Cottrell 1-car Carrier recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 28, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Cottrell, Inc. recalls 2019 Cottrell 1-car Carrier, 1-car

Recall number

19V771000

Brand / firm

Cottrell

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 89 units

Why it was recalled

The lack of the marker lights may reduce the trailer's visibility to others, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Cottrell, Inc. (Cottrell) is recalling certain 2018-2019 1-Car trailers. The vehicles may be missing marker lights at the center of the bottom rear of the trailer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

Cottrell has notified the owner of the affected trailers and has been working to schedule the modification of all units, free of charge. No additional owner letters will be mailed. The recall began on October 28, 2019. Owners may contact Cottrell at 1-800-827-0132. Cottrell's number for this recall is 1-car.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.