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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 05V180📅 Apr 28, 2005

2003–2004 Elite Gooseneck recall: wheels

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain live stock trailers, the aluminum wheel does not allow for adequate thread engagement and could possibly come off of the trailer.

💥 The risk

Improper torque and lack of thread engagement could result in a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the aluminum wheels free of charge. The recall began on april 22, 2005. Owners may contact elite trailer at 405-745-5757.

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
05V180000
Manufacturer
ELITE TRAILER MANUFACTURING, LLC
Vehicles affected
6
Component
WHEELS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 22, 2005
Built
Oct 1, 2003 – Apr 8, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 05V180 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 05V180?

2003–2004 Elite Gooseneck. 6 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Elite dealer to book the free repair.