NHTSA Recall 94V181000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V181000; Date: Oct. 17, 1994
The ball can separate from the steel bar allowing loss of the towed trailer.
Recalled Vehicles:
1992 Grumman Freight Star; 1993 Grumman Freight Star; 1994 Grumman Freight Star
Component: Trailer Hitche
Manufactured by: Grumman Olson, Inc
Affected Units:: 7,256
Recall Summary:
A 2" ball was to be welded to a steel bar as well as the nut for the ball welded to the shank. Some vehicles were not properly welded allowing the nut to come off.
How to Fix:
The trailer hitches will be inspected and welded properly.
Recall Notes:
System: equipment; other pieces; trailer hitches and attachments. Vehicle description: chassis vehicles equipped with trailer hitches. Note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact grumman olson at 1-800-262-3437. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 31, 1994
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