NHTSA recall 11E037000 · Equipment
Trailer hitches
Reported Sep 21, 20112,160 vehicles affectedMASTERLOCK CO.
The defect
Masterlock IS recalling certain aftermarket tri-ball mounts, part number 2948at, shipped between may 19, 2011, and july 13, 2011, and sold for use on motor vehicles. the 2-5/16" hitch ball may not have been designed to comply with the 10,000 lbs. Load requirement and thus the weld can fail.
The risk
In the event that the weld fails, the vehicle being towed can separate from the towing vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Masterlock will replace the defective tri-ball mounts free of charge. the safety recall began on october 6, 2011. owners may contact masterlock at 1-800-464-2088.