Recall 16V597000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Report Date
20160812
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Affected Vehicles
11 models

Defect Description

Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 90154, 42708, 90153, 66771, 42709, 94564 trailers, and 2013-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 62170, 62209, 61730, and 69897. The affected trailers may be equipped with incorrectly positioned rear lamp brackets that may not illuminate the license plate. The lights fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety Consequence

The trailers may be less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Harbor Freight will notify owners and will provide them with a new tail light package, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2016. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1-805-388-1000.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2006 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2007 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2008 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2009 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2010 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2011 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2012 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2013 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2014 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2015 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER
2016 HAUL-MASTER TRAILER

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.