The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·13E059000·Announced 2013-11-04

Carlisle Trailer Wheels Recalled Due to Lip Cracking and Separation Risk

Carlisle Transportation Products is recalling specific Black Rock CrossTrax trailer wheels because the lips may crack and separate, potentially causing rapid tire air loss and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (wheel separation) that can lead to rapid tire air loss and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Carlisle Transportation Products (CTP) is recalling certain Black Rock CrossTrax Series five lug and 6 lug trailer wheels manufactured between October 2011 and July 2013. The defect involves the lips of the affected wheels, which are susceptible to cracking and separation.

If a separation occurs, the trailer tire may rapidly lose air pressure, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall affects 2,287 units. The recall began on February 24, 2014.

CTP will notify purchasers of the affected wheels and offer reimbursement for costs associated with replacing the wheels or will replace the wheels with unaffected ones free of charge. Owners may contact the CTP customer care department at 1-909-923-2710 or their trailer manufacturer. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
WHEELS recall
Manufacturer
Carlisle Transportation Products
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Wheels
Hazard
Affected units
2,287

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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