Reese: equipment recalls

1. 24E110000Received 23 Dec 2024. 145,431 units.

   Trailer Hitches

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Horizon Global (Horizon) is recalling certain Reese Hitch Receiver Locks with part numbers 7057030, 7057230, 7057033, 7054630, and 7057130. The cap on the receiver lock may become loose and separate from the pin.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A separated cap can allow the hitch to separate, which may result in tow vehicle detachment and increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the hitch receiver locks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2025. Owners may contact Horizon Global customer service at 1-248-593-8810.

   Products named: Reese Receiver Lock.

   Report filed by Horizon Global. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Jan 2025.

2. 20E065000Received 9 Sep 2020. 15,274 units.

   Trailer Hitches

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

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

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Products named: Reese Pintle Hook; Draw-Tite Pintle Hook; U-Haul Pintle Hook.

   Report filed by Horizon Global. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Nov 2020.

3. 18E110000Received 29 Nov 2018. 621 units.

   Trailer Hitches

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Horizon Global (Horizon) is recalling certain Reese Elite Aftermarket Gooseball kits, both the Hi-Rise Ball kit, part number 19315, and the GM Kit, part number 30891, sold for aftermarket installation on Chevrolet and GMC trucks with the factory OEM underbed package. These parts are the connector used in a gooseneck hitch to connect the towing vehicle's underbed to a trailer. The load dynamics of the underbed in these vehicles may potentially result in the trailer separating from the gooseball.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the trailer separates from the gooseball and the trailer is not using safety chains, the trailer could separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Horizon will work with dealers to notify owners, and provide reimbursement for the parts purchased. The recall began January 10, 2019. Customers may contact Horizon customer service number at 1-877-973-7871.

   Products named: Reese Elite Gooseball.

   Report filed by Horizon Global. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Jan 2019.

4. 15E074000Received 10 Sep 2015. 2,724 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Cequent Consumer Products, Inc. (Cequent) is recalling certain model Reese Explore Bike Carriers, part numbers 1392900 (two-bike trunk mount bike carrier), 1393100 (four-bike hitch mount bike carrier), and 6314400 (four-bike hitch mount bike carrier), manufactured from January 1, 2015, through July 17, 2015. The affected bike carriers have cradles that may have been molded incorrectly, which can cause the cradle to rip and fail.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the cradle fails, a bicycle on the cradle may partially or fully fall from the rack, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Cequent will notify owners and will provide a cradle replacement kit. The recall began September 28, 2015. Owners may contact Cequent customer service at 1-877-208-2573 or by email at returnsprocessing@cequentgroup.com.

   Products named: Reese Explore Bike Carrier.

   Report filed by Cequent Consumer Products, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Sep 2015.

5. 14E059000Received 2 Sep 2014. 7,086 units.

   Equipment / Other / Labels

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Trimas Corporation (Trimas) is recalling certain model Highland-brand Universal Telescopic Bar Carriers (part numbers 2508500 and 25085), Universal Car Roof Top Basket Carriers (part number 35036) and Multi-Purpose Roof Top Bar Carriers (part numbers 2005200 and 20052), and Reese-brand Carry Power Multi-Purpose Bar Carriers (part numbers 13907 and 1390700) and Carry Power Roof Top Multi-Purpose Steel Basket Carriers (part number 1390900). The affected carriers may have inadvertently been packaged without the proper warning labels advising consumers not use the carriers with cargo bags, cargo baskets, cargo boxes or rooftop accessories.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the bar carriers are used with the cargo bags, cargo baskets, cargo boxes or rooftop accessories it could increase the risk of separation of the cargo from the vehicle, which would become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Trimas will notify owners and will provide revised instructions containing appropriate warnings, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2015. Owners may contact Cequent Consumer Products' customer service at 1-800-234-6992.

   Products named: Highland Carrier; Reese Carrier.

   Report filed by Trimas Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Jan 2015.

6. 11E027000Received 29 Jun 2011. 6,336 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Cequent is recalling certain reese , p/n 54970, and pro series, p/n 63970, branded weight distribution shanks that were imported and sold in the aftermarket to wholesale distributors, installers, mail order, and other customers. These parts were sold both individually and as a component in certain reese and pro series weight distributing kits. Due to an error in production, some of the weight distribution shanks may have an incorrect metallurgy.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The shank may fracture during installation or use, potentially causing a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Cequent will notify owners and replace the shank free of charge. The safety recall began on june 30, 2011. Owners may contact cequent customer service at 1-877-208-2573.

   Products named: Pro Series Shank; Reese Shank.

   Report filed by CEQUENT TOWING PRODUCTS, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Jun 2011.

7. 06E005000Received 20 Jan 2006. 236 units.

   Exterior Lighting / Tail Lights

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain t-connectors manufactured from june through october 2005 sold by cequent towing products under the hidden hitch, reese, and draw-tite brand names for aftermarket installation on 2005 and 2006 volvo xc90 vehicles. Due to a unique waveform present on the tail lamp circuit of the tow vehicle, the t-connector may cause the tail lamps to flicker or not work when the vehicle is in operation.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Non-operational or intermittently operational tail lamps can prevent the vehicle/trailer from being visible to other vehicles, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Cequent will notify owners and replace the t-connectors free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on january 30, 2006. Owners may contact cequent at 1-800-632-3290.

   Products named: Reese 15403; Draw-Tite 18403; Hidden Hitch 64-6003.

   Report filed by CEQUENT TOWING PRODUCTS, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number 05-053.

8. 01E060000Received 30 Oct 2001. 209 units.

   Trailer Hitches

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: trailer hitches installed on certain 2002 toyota tacoma v-6 vehicles. The tow capacity on the label attached to the vehicle tow hitch is incorrect.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Exceeding the maximum weight ratings of the vehicle or the trailer hitch can cause a vehicle crash, possible resulting in serious personal injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will install a revised label to the tow hitch free of charge. Owner notification began january 2, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southeast toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

   Products named: Reese Trailer Hitch.

   Report filed by SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Jan 2002.

9. 01E006000Received 21 Feb 2001. 66,836 units.

   Equipment / Mechanical / Wrecker and Wheel Lift Devices

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Equipment description: interchangeable hitch balls, kit part numbers #57000, #57001, and #57002, manufactured between february 1, 2000, and october 31, 2000, which are affixed to a mounting post on a tow vehicle with a vertically aligned plunger applied through the top center of the hitch ball. The plunger holding the hitch ball to the mounting post can work loose.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This would allow the hitch ball, and the trailer that is coupled to the ball, to disconnect from the towing vehicle, possibly causing a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Reese will provide a replacement kit to its customers free of charge. Owner notification began during february 29, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact reese at 1-800-326-1090.

   Products named: Reese Trailer Hitch.

   Report filed by REESE PRODUCTS, INC.

10. 00E021000Received 19 Apr 2000. 5,800 units.

    Trailer Hitches

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Equipment description: incorrectly manufactured trailer hitch ball mount components, part nos. 65509, 67509, and 61009, and the ball mount itself, 58112, and manufactured between august 1, 1999, to april 14, 2000. These ball mounts can break without warning.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    If the the ball mount breaks, the tongue of the trailer can fall to the ground, possibly causing a vehicle crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers are being instructed to contact their customers to bring in their vehicles to have the trailer hitch replaced free of charge. Purchasers of these aftermarket trailers hitches should contact their dealer or reese products at 1-800-758-0869, to register with the manufacturer for the recall.

    Products named: Reese Trailer Hitch.

    Report filed by REESE PRODUCTS, INC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Apr 2000.

11. 98E006000Received 9 Mar 1998. 1,700 units.

    Trailer Hitches

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Equipment description: trailer converters for use on toyota multi-purpose passenger vehicles. The circuit board of the 'converter' in the wiring harness is subject to electrical shorting, causing the brake light fuse to blow.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    In vehicles with manual transmissions, the brake light will stop working. In vehicles with automatic transmissions, the driver will not be able to again shift into 'drive.'

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the wiring harness both in use and those installed in vehicles still in dealers' inventories.

    Products named: Reese Trailer Hitch.

    Report filed by REESE PRODUCTS, INC.

12. 93E023000Received 22 Jul 1993. 670 units.

    Trailer Hitches

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The weld on the receiver unit of the trailer hitch can break.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    If the failure occurs, the trailer can separate from thetowing vehicle, and could result in a vehicle crash without warning.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Replace the trailer hitch.

    Products named: Toyota Land Cruiser 1993; Isuzu Trooper 1988; Isuzu Trooper 1990; Isuzu Trooper 1987; Isuzu Trooper 1986; Dodge Raider 1991; Dodge Raider 1990; Dodge Raider 1989; Isuzu Trooper II 1986; Toyota Land Cruiser 1992; Isuzu Trooper II 1991; Isuzu Trooper II 1987, and 14 more.

    Report filed by REESE PRODUCTS, INC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Jul 1993.

13. 93E005000Received 9 Feb 1993. 717 units.

    Trailer Hitches

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The weld on the trailer hitch can break.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Broken welds on the trailer hitch can allow a trailer toseparate from the towing vehicle and result in a possible vehicle accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Replace the trailer hitch.

    Products named: Reese Trailer Hitch.

    Report filed by REESE PRODUCTS, INC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Apr 1993.

14. 86E022000Received 1 Aug 1986. 884 units.

    Trailer Hitches

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The vehicle frame may not withstand loading placed on it by the hitch. Consequence of defect: the hitch mounting bolts may tear out of the hitch mounting holes drilled in the vehicles rear crossmember and side rails. This would allow the trailer to separate from the towing vehicle and may result in an accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Hitch will be replaced with a better featured line of hitch.

    Products named: Reese.

    Report filed by REESE PRODUCTS, INC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Aug 1986.

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

• Trailer Hitch6
• 154031
• Carrier1
• Elite Gooseball1
• Explore Bike Carrier1
• Pintle Hook1
• Receiver Lock1
• Shank1

• All other equipment brands
• Ram5
• Rancho2
• Raybestos2
• Reading2
• Recaro6
• Reinke2
• Ricon20
• Ride Eazy2
• Rigid Hitch2
• Rising2

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Which Reese products do the campaigns name?

The NHTSA records have 8 product names for these campaigns. The name in the most campaigns is: Trailer Hitch

How many units does a Reese equipment campaign have?

The median Reese campaign has 2,724 units. The median of all 2,866 equipment campaigns is 1,677 units.

Which component do the Reese campaigns name most often?

Trailer Hitches, in 9 campaigns. The component is the first component in the NHTSA record of a campaign.