NHTSA recall 04E057000 · Equipment
Equipment
Reported Aug 6, 200452,170 vehicles affectedMASTERLOCK CO.
The defect
Aftermarket masterlock interchangeable hitch balls, p/nos. 2806 dat, 2807 dat, and 2867 dat.
The risk
If the consumer uses the ball without the clip, the ball could become dislodged from the hitch during use, resulting in the towing vehicle's hitch disengaging from the trailer, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Master lock will notify its customers and replace the hitch ball free of charge. the recall began august 17, 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact masterlock at 414-766-6224.