The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·12V414000·Announced 2012-08-23

McClain Recalls 2011-2012 Boat Trailers Due to Wheel Torque Defect

McClain Trailers is recalling 2011-2012 AT and ATT boat trailers because aluminum wheels may not tighten to proper torque, risking wheel separation.

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 where wheels may separate, leading to a vehicle crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

McClain Trailers, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 AT and ATT boat trailers equipped with Carlisle Tire and Wheel brand aluminum wheels installed as original equipment. The recall involves 146 units.

The wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. As a result, the wheels may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process. If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, they could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. A detached wheel also becomes a road hazard.

McClain will notify owners, and Carlisle Tire and Wheel dealers will repair or replace the affected wheels free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2012. Owners may contact McClain Trailers at 1-713-675-2761 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MCCLAIN ATT, AT
Brand
MCCLAIN
Manufacturer
MCCLAIN TRAILERS, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Boat Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
146

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • ATT
  • AT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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