NHTSA Campaign 21V171000

TRAILER HITCHES

Issued by Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) · Reported Mar 12, 2021 · 230 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 ARV Gamechanger, and ARV Pro Bumper Pull trailers equipped with tandem 6,000 lb axles. The safety chains installed are rated at 11,700 lbs, which is insufficient for the trailer.

Consequence

The safety chains could break if the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

ATC will notify owners and dealers will replace the existing safety chains with a safety chain that meets the GVWR rating of the trailer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact ATC customer service at 1-877-441-2440 ext. 342.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
ATC ARV GAMECHANGER 2018 230
ATC ARV GAMECHANGER 2019 230
ATC ARV GAMECHANGER 2020 230
ATC ARV GAMECHANGER 2021 230
ATC ARV PRO BUMPER PULL 2018 230
ATC ARV PRO BUMPER PULL 2019 230
ATC ARV PRO BUMPER PULL 2020 230
ATC ARV PRO BUMPER PULL 2021 230

Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V171000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.