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NHTSA recall 09V145000

Latches/locks/linkages

Wilson Gooseneck

Reported Apr 30, 20097,429 vehicles affectedWILSON TRAILER COMPANYMaker’s number 508QBuilt Jan 1, 1998 – Jan 20, 2009

The defect

Wilson trailers IS recalling 7,429 my 1999-2009 gooseneck trailers. the defect concerns the lock support tube that may have been installed beyond specification. if this IS the case, the lock could develop inadequate pin engagement resulting in the gate opening unexpectedly.

The risk

This could result in personal injury to the user.

The remedy

Owners are to check the gap between the keeper and support tube and should document the dimension on the postcard provided and return it back to wilson trailers. if the gap IS greater than 3/8 inch, a field repair IS available to adjust the support tube to the correct dimension. if the owner prefer, you may contact wilson dealer so they can inspect the area of concern and adjust the lock support tube to maintain adequate pin engagement. This service will be performed free of charge. the recall IS expected to begin during may 2009. owners may contact wilson trailers at 1800-798-2002.

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Vehicles in this recall

Wilson Gooseneck
19992000200120022003200420052006200720082009

Notes

Wilson recall no. 508Q.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .