2019 Cottrell 1-Car recalls and problems
The 2019 Cottrell 1-Car has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Cottrell dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2019 Cottrell 1-Car vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2019 Cottrell 1-Car recalls
Recall 21V-626: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Cottrell, Inc. (Cottrell) is recalling certain 2018-2021 1-Car Carrier trailers. These trailers were manufactured without side and rear reflex reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Without the proper reflective equipment, the trailers may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Cottrell will provide 4 reflex reflectors and installation instructions to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 11, 2021. Owners may contact Cottrell's customer service at 1-770-532-7251. Cottrell's number for this recall is 2021 1-Car Reflector.
Recall 19V-771: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Cottrell, Inc. (Cottrell) is recalling certain 2018-2019 1-Car trailers. The vehicles may be missing marker lights at the center of the bottom rear of the trailer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: The lack of the marker lights may reduce the trailer's visibility to others, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Cottrell has notified the owner of the affected trailers and has been working to schedule the modification of all units, free of charge. No additional owner letters will be mailed. The recall began on October 28, 2019. Owners may contact Cottrell at 1-800-827-0132. Cottrell's number for this recall is 1-car.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2019 Cottrell 1-Car have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Cottrell 1-Car: 21V-626 (exterior lighting), 19V-771 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Cottrell recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cottrell dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.