Recall 10V412000: Yakima products, inc.

Report received

Sep 14, 2010

Manufacturer

Yakima products, inc.

Potentially affected

1,511vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Yakima is recalling certain model year 2009 rack and roll equipment trailers, part numbers 8008106 and 8008107, size 66"/250 lb and 78"/300 lb. The trailer's wheel(s) can separate from the trailer while driving.

Possible consequence

Separation of the wheel would cause the trailer to become unstable which could result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Yakima will notify owners and will provide a trailer axle upgrade kit free of charge. The safety recall began on september 23, 2010. Owners may contact yakima customer service at 1-888-925-4621.