NHTSA recall 23V655000
Equipment › Mechanical › Winch
Diamond C Trailers Fmax and 2 more
Reported Sep 28, 20232,523 vehicles affectedDiamond C Trailer MFG.
The defect
Diamond C Trailer MFG. (Diamond C) is recalling certain 2023-2024 FMAX, SDX, and PX trailers equipped with a spare tire winch. The winch system that secures the spare tire to the trailer may loosen or fail over time.
The risk
Winch system failure can result in the tire detaching from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will install a secondary retention device in the form of a steel bar and latch, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2023. Owners may contact Diamond C customer service at 1-903-572-2834.