NHTSA Campaign 22V366000
TRAILER HITCHES
Issued by Joe's Trailer Mfg. · Reported May 20, 2022 · 20 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Joe's Trailer Mfg. (Joe's) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Great Lakes Tandem 16', 18' and 20' trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
Consequence
Trailer separation from a tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Joe's will inspect and replace the coupler as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in July 20, 2022. Owners may contact Joe's customer service at 1-734-261-0050.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT LAKES | TANDEM 16' | 2021 | 20 |
| GREAT LAKES | TANDEM 16' | 2022 | 20 |
| GREAT LAKES | TANDEM 18' | 2021 | 20 |
| GREAT LAKES | TANDEM 18' | 2022 | 20 |
| GREAT LAKES | TANDEM 20' | 2021 | 20 |
| GREAT LAKES | TANDEM 20' | 2022 | 20 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V366000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.