Masterlock Tri-Ball Mount — Trailer hitches
Published September 21, 2011 · Recall initiated: September 21, 2011
Summary
NHTSA records recall 11E037000, published September 21, 2011. Recalling firm: MASTERLOCK CO.; Masterlock Tri-Ball Mount — Trailer hitches.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MASTERLOCK
- Model
- TRI-BALL MOUNT
- Manufacturer
- MASTERLOCK CO.
- Lot
- MASTERLOCK TRI-BALL MOUNT
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Masterlock Tri-Ball Mount — Trailer hitches recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 11E037000 on September 21, 2011. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MASTERLOCK. Model: TRI-BALL MOUNT.