Recall 22V-356: 2022 Reiser L, 2022 Reiser Latv and 4 more
Reiser Manufacturing recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 19, 2022, covering about 34 vehicles.
The problem
Reiser Manufacturing (Reiser) is recalling certain 2022 WCH, LSA, LTA, L, SBS, and LATV trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
The risk
Trailer separation from a tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the coupler as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Reiser's customer service at 1-330-846-8003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. Please be reminded of the following requirements:Copies of all notices, bulletins, dealer notifications, and other communications that relate to this recall, including a copy of the final owner notification letter and any subsequent owner follow-up notification letter(s), are required to be submitted to this office no later than 5 days after they are originally sent (if they are sent to more than one manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or purchaser/owner).Please be reminded that under 49 U.S.C. § 30112(a)(3), it is illegal for a manufacturer, to sell, offer for sale, import, or introduce or deliver into interstate commerce, a motor vehicle or item of motor vehicle equipment that contains a safety defect once the manufacturer has notified NHTSA about that safety defect.This prohibition does not apply once the motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment has been remedied according to the manufacturer's instructions.As stated in Part 573.7, submission of the first of eight consecutive quarterly status reports is required within one month after the close of the calendar quarter in which notification to purchasers occurs.Therefore, the first quarterly report will be due on, or before, 30 days after the close of the calendar quarter.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Reiser Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V356000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Reiser L | 2022 | All years |
| Reiser Latv | 2022 | All years |
| Reiser LSA | 2022 | All years |
| Reiser LTA | 2022 | All years |
| Reiser SBS | 2022 | All years |
| Reiser WCH | 2022 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V-356?
Reiser Manufacturing (Reiser) is recalling certain 2022 WCH, LSA, LTA, L, SBS, and LATV trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
How is recall 22V-356 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and replace the coupler as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Reiser's customer service at 1-330-846-8003.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.