Southwest Qp25 Generator recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 27, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Southwest Products recalls 2013–2016 Southwest Qp25 Generator, Qp35 Generator, Qp45/50 Generator

Recall number

16V952000

Brand / firm

Southwest

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 182 units

Why it was recalled

If the generator section of the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle, it could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Southwest Products (Southwest) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 QP25, QP35, and QP45/50 trailer-mounted generator sets manufactured January 8, 2013, to November 30, 2016. The trailer tongue portion of the trailer may separate from the rest of the trailer body carrying the generator.

What to do

Southwest will replace the trailer assembly free of charge. The recall began on February 3, 2017. Owners may contact Southwest customer service at 1-602-269-3581.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.