C&m Cargo Trailer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 26, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

C & M Trailers, Inc. recalls 2015–2016 C&m Cargo Trailer

Recall number

17V602000

Brand / firm

C&m

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 58 units

Why it was recalled

Other motorists may not be able to identify the correct length of a trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

C & M Trailers Inc. (C&M) is recalling certain 2015-2016 cargo trailers that are over 80 inches wide. The affected trailers were built with side marker lamps mounted over 60 inches high. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

C&M will notify owners, and dealers will correct the height of the markers, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2017. Owners may contact C&M's customer service at 1-972-875-4528.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.