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NHTSARecalled 2020-09-09

Horizon Global — TRAILER HITCHES

Is my product affected?

REESE PINTLE HOOK; DRAW-TITE PINTLE HOOK; U-HAUL PINTLE HOOK

  • Brand REESE
  • Brand DRAW-TITE
  • Brand U-HAUL

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Horizon Global is recalling certain trailer hitches sold between November 2019 and August 2020 under the brands U-Haul, Draw-Tite, and Reese Towpower. The affected models are U-Haul 4204, Draw-Tite 63010, 63011, and 63012, and Reese Towpower 6301142, 741161142, 74115, 7411542, 74116, 74117, and 7411742 Ball and Pintle Hook combinations. The problem stems from a manufacturing defect—an out-of-position pivot hole on the base component—that can reduce engagement between the T-latch and base, preventing the upper jaw from locking securely in the closed position.

If the pintle hook comes unlocked, the towed vehicle may separate from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash. Horizon will replace the affected pintle hooks free of charge through its network of dealers and distributors. The recall began November 3, 2020. Affected owners should contact Horizon customer service at 1-877-973-7871 to arrange replacement.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

If the pintle hook comes unlocked, the towed vehicle may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

What should I do?

Horizon will work with dealers and distributors to notify owners, and replace the affected pintle hooks, free of charge. The recall began November 3, 2020. Owners may contact Horizon customer service at 1-877-973-7871.

Details from the source

Horizon Global (Horizon) is recalling certain U-Haul 4204, Draw-Tite 63010, 63011 and 63012 and Reese Towpower 6301142, 741161142, 74115, 7411542, 74116, 74117, and 7411742 Ball and Pintle Hook combination sold between November 2019 and August 2020. Due to an out of position pivot hole on the base component, there may be reduced engagement between the T-latch and the base, possibly preventing the upper moveable jaw from securely locking in the closed position.

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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