Cequent Recalls Weight Distribution Shanks Due to Fracture Risk
Cequent is recalling certain Reese and Pro Series weight distribution shanks because incorrect metallurgy may cause them to fracture, potentially leading to a crash.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (weight distribution shank) that may fracture and cause a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Cequent Towing Products, Inc. is recalling certain Reese (P/N 54970) and Pro Series (P/N 63970) branded weight distribution shanks. These parts were imported and sold in the aftermarket to wholesale distributors, installers, mail order, and other customers. They were sold both individually and as a component in certain Reese and Pro Series weight distributing kits.
Due to an error in production, some of the weight distribution shanks may have an incorrect metallurgy. The shank may fracture during installation or use, potentially causing a crash.
Cequent will notify owners and replace the shank free of charge. The safety recall began on June 30, 2011. Owners may contact Cequent Customer Service at 1-877-208-2573. Owners 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.
The recalled product
- Product
- EQUIPMENT recall
- Manufacturer
- CEQUENT TOWING PRODUCTS, INC.
- Category
- Vehicle — Towing Equipment
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 6,336
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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