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Multiquip WT5C Recall 20V021: Trailer Safety Chains May Be Too Short, Risking Crashes

NHTSA campaign 20V021, reported January 16, 2020, 119 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some 2019 trailers have safety chain connection points in the wrong location. Chains that are too short can interfere with the tow vehicle's steering and increase the risk of a crash.

Multiquip will notify owners, and authorized dealers will relocate the safety chain mounting positions free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2020. You can contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244 and reference recall number WT20191031. Check your trailer's VIN for open recalls before towing.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V021Multiquip, Inc.
Component
TRAILER HITCHES
Problem
Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2019 WT5C trailers. The connection points for the safety chain are incorrect.
Risk
The incorrect attachment points may result in the safety chains being too short, possibly interfering with steerability of the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Multiquip will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the mounting position of safety chains, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2020. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244. Multiquip's number for this recall is WT20191031.
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

Multiquip WT5C2019