Moritz CR recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 30, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Moritz International, Inc. recalls 2015–2016 Moritz — 9 models

Recall number

16V491000

Brand / firm

Moritz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,250 units

Why it was recalled

If an axle loosens or detaches, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Moritz International, Inc. (Moritz) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 CR-series, SR-series, DLH-series, FH-series, UDC-series, FH+10-series, ULH-series, ULH+6-series, and ULC-series trailers manufactured March 6, 2015, to June 19, 2016. The affected trailers have axles whose mounting brackets may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the axles may detach from the trailer.

What to do

Moritz will notify owners, and dealers will properly tighten the axles, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Moritz Customer Service Department at 1-419-526-5222.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.