Quality Trailers Ohio, Inc.: 2022 A, AW, B, and DH Trailers Recalled for Coupler Welding Defect

Agency Publication Date: November 2, 2022

Summary

Quality Trailers Ohio, Inc. is recalling 534 of its 2022 A, AW, B, and DH model trailers. The couplers on these trailers were improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle while in motion. Quality Trailers will provide inspection instructions and replace the faulty couplers free of charge.

Risk

The improper welding can cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle, which significantly increases the risk of a crash on the road.

What You Should Do

Identify if your trailer is affected by checking the model type and year; the recall includes 2022 Quality Trailers Ohio models A, AW, B, and DH.
Contact Quality Trailers customer service at 1-330-332-9630 to receive inspection instructions and determine if your trailer's coupler requires a replacement.
If the inspection confirms a defect, Quality Trailers will replace the coupler free of charge.
For additional information or to check your VIN, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

Free Repair

Inspection and potential coupler replacement

How to: Follow provided inspection instructions and contact the manufacturer at 1-330-332-9630 for a free replacement if necessary.

Affected Products

Product: 2022 Quality Trailers Ohio A

Product: 2022 Quality Trailers Ohio AW

Product: 2022 Quality Trailers Ohio B

Product: 2022 Quality Trailers Ohio DH

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22V824000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Quality Trailers Ohio, Inc.

Sold By: Authorized Dealers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 534 vehicles(534% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: November 23, 2022

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Agency Last Updated: November 14, 2023

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Summary

What You Should Do

Identify if your trailer is affected by checking the model type and year; the recall includes 2022 Quality Trailers Ohio models A, AW, B, and DH.

Contact Quality Trailers customer service at 1-330-332-9630 to receive inspection instructions and determine if your trailer's coupler requires a replacement.

If the inspection confirms a defect, Quality Trailers will replace the coupler free of charge.

For additional information or to check your VIN, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22V824000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Quality Trailers Ohio, Inc.

Sold By: Authorized Dealers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 534 vehicles(534% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: November 23, 2022

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Agency Last Updated: November 14, 2023