Report Date
Mar 25, 2013
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Affected Vehicles
4
Defect Description
Hitch-Hiker Mfg., Inc. (Hitch Hiker) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 food concession trailers equipped with GKN brand axles. In the affected trailers, the axle may break allowing the arm, spindle, hub, wheel and tire to separate.
Safety Consequence
If the trailer is being towed and the axle breaks it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hitch-Hiker will notify owners and replace the axles. The recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hitch-Hiker at 1-330-542-3052.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | HITCH-HIKER | FOOD CONCESSION TRAILER |
| 2009 | HITCH-HIKER | FOOD CONCESSION TRAILER |
| 2010 | HITCH-HIKER | FOOD CONCESSION TRAILER |
| 2011 | HITCH-HIKER | FOOD CONCESSION TRAILER |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.