2004 Wells Cargo Trailer recalls and problems

The 2004 Wells Cargo Trailer has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Wells Cargo dealer.

Recalls
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Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2004 Wells Cargo Trailer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Wells Cargo Trailer recalls

Recall 08V-211: Equipment

Reported May 9, 2008 · 1 vehicles affected · WELLS CARGO, INC.

Problem: Wells cargo is recalling 1 my 2004 bumper pull utility trailer equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: Wells cargo will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or wells cargo at 1-623-936-8150.

2004 Wells Cargo Trailer problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Wells Cargo Trailer complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 7,500 miles · reported Nov 7, 2008
The contact owns a 2005 (Na) wells cargo sw121v (Na). While driving 65 MPH, one of the tires flattened on the trailer. The contact attempted to pull over and the trailer dropped, which caused the fender to detach. The tire was shredded. He changed the tire and managed to locate the fender on the highway. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were approximately 7,500.
Structure · reported May 30, 2007
The contact owns a 2007 wells cargo trailer. The contact stated that the left fender detached from the trailer and landed on the tire. As a result, the tire was completely destroyed. The failure occurred on may 9, 2007. The consumer noticed tread separation on one of the tires. Updated 02/01/08. The consumer stated the tires did not appear to be adequate for highway speeds. He also noticed another tire suffering from tread separation, but has not separated totally.

Other Wells Cargo Trailer years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Wells Cargo Trailer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Wells Cargo Trailer: 08V-211 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Wells Cargo Trailer?

Owners report structure problems most often (2 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,500 miles.

Are Wells Cargo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Wells Cargo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.