CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
- Problem
- Timpte, Inc. (Timpte) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Timpte 1420 and 1424 deck trailers. The retaining rod bolts may have been improperly tightened and can fall off, resulting in the folding ramp not being secured.
- Risk
- An unsecured ramp can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and install new hardware as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2024. Owners may contact Timpte customer service at 1-402-367-3056. Timpte's number for this recall is 71-14KDO Bolt Recall.
- 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
Certain deck trailers may have retaining rod bolts that were not tightened properly during assembly. Over time, these bolts can come loose and fall off, leaving the folding ramp unsecured.
An unsecured ramp increases the risk of injury. Owners should have their trailer inspected as soon as possible.
An authorized dealer will inspect the trailer and install new hardware where needed, at no cost to you. Owners can also contact Timpte customer service at 1-402-367-3056, and should check their VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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