NHTSA Campaign 16V597000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Issued by Harbor Freight Tools · Reported Aug 12, 2016 · 374,319 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 90154, 42708, 90153, 66771, 42709, 94564 trailers, and 2013-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 62170, 62209, 61730, and 69897. The affected trailers may be equipped with incorrectly positioned rear lamp brackets that may not illuminate the license plate. The lights fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
The trailers may be less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Harbor Freight will notify owners and will provide them with a new tail light package, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2016. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1-805-388-1000.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2006 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2007 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2008 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2009 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2010 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2011 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2012 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2013 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2014 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2015 | 374,319 |
| HAUL MASTER | TRAILER | 2016 | 374,319 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V597000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.