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Carson Carrier Recall 21V747: Loose Axle Spindle Nuts Can Cause Crashes

NHTSA campaign 21V747, reported September 24, 2021, 870 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2021 Carson Carrier trailers may have had their rear axle spindle nuts improperly tightened during assembly. This can cause excessive axle vibration and overheat the wheel bearings, which can affect vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

If you own an affected trailer, contact Carson Trailer, Inc. customer service at 310-516-6046 and reference recall number Recall3. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2022. Authorized dealers will properly tighten the spindle nuts free of charge. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V747Carson Trailer, Inc.
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Problem
Carson Trailer, Inc. (Carson) is recalling certain 2021 Carson Carrier trailers. The spindle nuts on the axles may have been improperly tightened during assembly.
Risk
Improperly tightened spindle nuts may cause excessive axle vibration and overheat the bearings, affecting vehicle control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will properly tighten the spindle nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2022. Owners may contact Carson's customer service at 310-516-6046. Carson's number for this recall is Recall3.
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

Carson Carrier2021