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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 18V709📅 Oct 15, 2018

2017–2018 Smittybilt Scout recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

TAP Worldwide, LLC (TAP) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Smittybilt SCOUT trailer kits, sold with tires and wheels included in the kit (SKU number 87400). These trailer kits were sold without the required labeling for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), and cargo capacity statements. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

💥 The risk

The missing labels can result in the user overloading the trailer causing a loss of control, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

TAP will notify owners and will provide the missing labels, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.

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
18V709000
Manufacturer
TAP Worldwide, LLC
Vehicles affected
135
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Owner phone
1-888-376-1417
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 3, 2018
Built
Mar 31, 2017 – Aug 5, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 18V709 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 18V709?

2017–2018 Smittybilt Scout. 135 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Smittybilt dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-888-376-1417.