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Trail King ACS Recall 21V713: Rear Axle Beams Can Crack and Detach, Raising Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 21V713, reported September 14, 2021, 14 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The rear sliding axle suspension beams on these 2019 trailers may contact a frame reinforcement. Over time this contact can cause the suspension beam to crack. A cracked beam may come loose or detach from its frame bracket, which increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the trailer and replace any suspension beams that show signs of cracking. They will also replace all of the frame reinforcements. This work is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 6, 2021.

If you own an affected trailer, contact Trail King's customer service at 1-800-843-3324 and reference recall number TK202104. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is covered.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V713Trail King Industries, Inc.
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR; SUSPENSION:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET
Problem
Trail King Industries, Inc. (Trail King) is recalling certain 2019 TK80ACS and TK80AACS trailers. The rear sliding axle suspension beams may contact a frame reinforcement, causing cracking in the suspension beam.
Risk
A cracked suspension beam may come loose or detach from the frame bracket, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace any suspension beams that show indications of cracking, and will also replace all of the frame reinforcements, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 6, 2021. Owners may contact Trail King's customer service at 1-800-843-3324. Trail King's number for this recall is TK202104.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Trail King Aacs2019
Trail King ACS2019