Charmac Cargo Trailer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 14, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Charmac Trailers, Inc. recalls 2015–2016 Charmac Cargo Trailer, Horse Trailer

Recall number

15V838000

Brand / firm

Charmac

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4 units

Why it was recalled

A separation of the torsion arm can result in a loss of trailer stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Charmac Trailers Inc. (Charmac) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Horse and Cargo trailers manufactured March 16, 2015, to September 25, 2015, and equipped with certain 3500lb-capacity torsion model axles. The weld that secures the torsion arm assembly may fail allowing the tire, wheel, hub, and torsion arm to separate from the trailer.

What to do

Charmac will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect axles, free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2016. Owners may contact Charmac customer service at 1-208-733-5241.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.