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- SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
- Problem
- Carry-On Trailer Corp. (Carry-On Trailer) is recalling certain 2017 Utility, Dump, and Enclosed trailers equipped with electric brakes. The affected trailers use the Bright Way breakaway box number 2305 which has a push-to-test light that may remain lit at all times.
- Risk
- If push to test light remains lit for an extended period of time, the circuit board might fail causing the breakaway brakes to not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.
- Remedy
- Carry-On Trailer has notified owners, and dealers will retrofit the previous version breakaway charger, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2017. Owners may contact Carry-On Trailer customer service at 1-706-356-5379.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2017 Carry-On utility, dump, and enclosed trailers with electric brakes, the breakaway box (Bright Way model 2305) has a push-to-test light that may stay lit all the time. If the light stays on for an extended period, the circuit board may fail, and the breakaway brakes may not work as intended.
This is dangerous because the breakaway brakes are meant to stop the trailer if it separates from the tow vehicle. If they do not perform, the risk of a crash increases.
Dealers will replace the breakaway charger with the previous version free of charge. Owners can contact Carry-On Trailer customer service at 1-706-356-5379, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Carry-ON Trailer Dump | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Carry-ON Trailer Enclosed | 2017 |
| Carry-ON Trailer Utility | 2017 |