Sway Command Anti-Sway Tow Control — Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
Published October 18, 2016 · Recall initiated: October 18, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E078000, published October 18, 2016. Recalling firm: Lippert; Sway Command Anti-Sway Tow Control — Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control.
What's the hazard
Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) is recalling certain Sway Command anti-sway tow controllers, part number 0271841, manufactured January 5, 2016, to July 19, 2016 and sold for use with model year 2014-2016 GM trucks. The use of LCI's Sway Command with these trucks that are equipped with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control Module (ITBCM) could cause reduced braking effectiveness or a loss of brake control when towing a trailer.
What to do
LCI will notify owners and will replace the current controller with an updated controller with correct programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2016. Owners may contact 1-574-537-8900. LCI's number for this recall is LCI-68-092016.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SWAY COMMAND
- Model
- ANTI-SWAY TOW CONTROL
- Manufacturer
- Lippert
- Lot
- SWAY COMMAND ANTI-SWAY TOW CONTROL
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Sway Command Anti-Sway Tow Control — Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E078000 on October 18, 2016. Reported hazard: Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI) is recalling certain Sway Command anti-sway tow controllers, part number 0271841, manufactured January 5, 2016, to July 19, 2016 and sold for use with model year 2014-2016 GM trucks. The use of LCI's Sway Command with these trucks that are equipped with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control Module (ITBCM) could cause reduced braking effectiveness or a loss of brake control when towing a trailer.
What should I do if I have this product?
LCI will notify owners and will replace the current controller with an updated controller with correct programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2016. Owners may contact 1-574-537-8900. LCI's number for this recall is LCI-68-092016.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SWAY COMMAND. Model: ANTI-SWAY TOW CONTROL.