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NHTSA 05V443📅 Sep 29, 2005

2001–2002 Weekend Warrior FS2600 recall: trailer hitch

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain travel trailers, approximately 6' back from the front of the tongue at the bend of the chassis, there is no supporting gusset.

💥 The risk

The tongue CAN bend up, which CAN cause damage to the front of the trailer.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will install an 18" x 6" plate gusset on the inside of the main rail frame free of charge. The recall began on march 21, 2008. Owners may contact weekend warrior at 1-800-500-9914.

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
05V443000
Manufacturer
WEEKEND WARRIOR TRAILERS INC.
Vehicles affected
891
Component
TRAILER HITCHES
Owner phone
1-800-500-9914
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 11, 2008
Built
Jul 14, 1999 – Aug 18, 2000
Recall started by
ODI
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 05V443 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 05V443?

2001–2002 Weekend Warrior FS2600. 891 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Weekend Warrior dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-500-9914.