Carry-on Trailer Enclosed recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 19, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Carry-On Trailer Corp. recalls 2017 Carry-on Trailer Enclosed, Utility, Dump

Recall number

17V459000

Brand / firm

Carry-on Trailer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,728 units

Why it was recalled

If push to test light remains lit for an extended period of time, the circuit board might fail causing the breakaway brakes to not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.

What was recalled

Carry-On Trailer Corp. (Carry-On Trailer) is recalling certain 2017 Utility, Dump, and Enclosed trailers equipped with electric brakes. The affected trailers use the Bright Way breakaway box number 2305 which has a push-to-test light that may remain lit at all times.

What to do

Carry-On Trailer has notified owners, and dealers will retrofit the previous version breakaway charger, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2017. Owners may contact Carry-On Trailer customer service at 1-706-356-5379.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.