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NHTSA 01V249📅 Aug 1, 2001

2000–2001 Silver Eagle VAST-20N & 2000–2001 Silver Eagle VAST-20W recall: trailer hitch

⚠️ What's wrong

Vehicle description: single axle trailer converter dollies with tiltstop type counterbalance. Fatigue cracks in the tiltstop CAN occur.

💥 The risk

The tiltstop could break loose from the dolly frame while in operation.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will add a brace to both sides of the dolly. Owner notification began august 16, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact silver eagle at 1-800-547-6792.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
01V249000
Manufacturer
SILVER EAGLE MFG. CO.
Vehicles affected
1,166
Component
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-547-6792
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 16, 2001
Built
Jul 1, 1998 – Apr 30, 2001
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 01V249 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 01V249?

2000–2001 Silver Eagle VAST-20N & 2000–2001 Silver Eagle VAST-20W. 1,166 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Silver Eagle dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-547-6792.