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Towblazer Heritage Recall 18V501: Poor axle weld can cause trailer wheel to detach

NHTSA campaign 18V501, reported July 30, 2018, 7 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain trailers have a rear axle spindle with a poor weld. The spindle may break over time, which can cause the wheel to fall off while the trailer is in use.

If a wheel detaches, the risk of a crash increases. Owners should stop using the trailer until the recall repair is completed.

The repair is free. Dealers will either correct the weld or replace the chassis with one that has a correctly welded spindle. The recall began July 10, 2018. Owners can contact TowBlazer customer service at 1-864-501-4559, and should check their VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V501TowBlazer, Inc.
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Problem
TowBlazer, Inc. (TowBlazer) is recalling certain 2018 TowBlazer Heritage motorcycle tow-behind trailers. The axle spindles on these trailers may have a poor weld, possibly resulting in the spindle breaking and the wheel detaching.
Risk
If the wheel falls off, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
TowBlazer has notified owners, and dealers will correct the weld, or replace the chassis with a correctly welded spindle, free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2018. Owners may contact TowBlazer customer service at 1-864-501-4559.
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.

Affected vehicles

Towblazer Heritage2018