Lakota Bighorn recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 6, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Lakota Corporation (Lakota Trailers) recalls 2016 Lakota Bighorn, Livestock Edition

Recall number

16V404000

Brand / firm

Lakota

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 29 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of tire air pressure may result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Lakota Corporation (Lakota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lakota Bighorn, Charger, and Livestock Edition trailers manufactured October 8, 2015, through November 10, 2015, and equipped with 17.5 inch aluminum rims. In the affected trailers, the aluminum rims may have pin holes, resulting in a loss of tire pressure.

What to do

Lakota will notify the owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any defective wheels, free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2016. Owners may contact Lakota customer service at 1-574-848-1636.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.