Key Takeaway
TEKONSHA/SUREPULL/TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER by TEKONSHA ENGINEERING CO. was recalled on July 19, 2001. What to do: TEKONSHA IS NOTIFYING DISTRIBUTORS AND ORIGINAL EQUPIMENT MANUFACTURERS AND WILL REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE HITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEG...
TEKONSHA/SUREPULL/TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER
Description
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: TEKONSHA (SUREPULL TOWING SYSTEMS) TRAILER HITCH RECEIVERS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN CHEVROLET BLAZER, OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA, AND GMC JIMMY TRUCKS BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1994 AND JUNE 2001, PART NOS. 37453, 37453-23, 37453-27, 37451, SP451, 25953, 25951, AND SP951. THESE HITCHES WERE MISLABELED AS TO THEIR WEIGHT DISTRIBUTING CAPABILITIES, OR ARE OF A SIMILAR DESIGN, AND COULD FAIL IF OVERLOADED, CAUSING THE SUPPORT ARMS TO BREAK WITHOUT WARNING.
Injuries / Consequence
THE DEFECT CAN CAUSE THE SUPPORT ARMS TO BREAK WITHOUT WARNING, ALLOWING THE TOWED VEHICLE TO DISENGAGE FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
TEKONSHA IS NOTIFYING DISTRIBUTORS AND ORIGINAL EQUPIMENT MANUFACTURERS AND WILL REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE HITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 23, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TEKONSHA TOWING SYSTEMS AT 1-888-422-8060.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesCompany Information
TEKONSHA ENGINEERING CO.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: TEKONSHA IS NOTIFYING DISTRIBUTORS AND ORIGINAL EQUPIMENT MANUFACTURERS AND WILL REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE HITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 23, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.