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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18E110000

Reese Elite Gooseball — Trailer hitches

Published December 4, 2018 · Recall initiated: November 29, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18E110000, published December 4, 2018 and initiated November 29, 2018. Recalling firm: Horizon Global; Reese Elite Gooseball — Trailer hitches.

What's the hazard

Horizon Global (Horizon) is recalling certain Reese Elite Aftermarket Gooseball kits, both the Hi-Rise Ball kit, part number 19315, and the GM Kit, part number 30891, sold for aftermarket installation on Chevrolet and GMC trucks with the factory OEM underbed package. These parts are the connector used in a gooseneck hitch to connect the towing vehicle's underbed to a trailer. The load dynamics of the underbed in these vehicles may potentially result in the trailer separating from the gooseball.

What to do

Horizon will work with dealers to notify owners, and provide reimbursement for the parts purchased. The recall began January 10, 2019. Customers may contact Horizon customer service number at 1-877-973-7871.

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Recall details

Brand
REESE
Model
ELITE GOOSEBALL
Manufacturer
Horizon Global
Lot
REESE ELITE GOOSEBALL
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Reese Elite Gooseball — Trailer hitches recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18E110000 on December 4, 2018. Reported hazard: Horizon Global (Horizon) is recalling certain Reese Elite Aftermarket Gooseball kits, both the Hi-Rise Ball kit, part number 19315, and the GM Kit, part number 30891, sold for aftermarket installation on Chevrolet and GMC trucks with the factory OEM underbed package. These parts are the connector used in a gooseneck hitch to connect the towing vehicle's underbed to a trailer. The load dynamics of the underbed in these vehicles may potentially result in the trailer separating from the gooseball.

What should I do if I have this product?

Horizon will work with dealers to notify owners, and provide reimbursement for the parts purchased. The recall began January 10, 2019. Customers may contact Horizon customer service number at 1-877-973-7871.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: REESE. Model: ELITE GOOSEBALL.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)