The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20E065000·Announced 2020-09-09

Horizon Global Recalls U-Haul, Draw-Tite, and Reese Towpower Trailer Hitches

Horizon Global is recalling specific U-Haul, Draw-Tite, and Reese Towpower trailer hitches sold between November 2019 and August 2020 due to a defect that may prevent the pintle hook from locking securely.

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 the towed vehicle may separate, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Horizon Global is recalling certain U-Haul 4204, Draw-Tite 63010, 63011, and 63012, and Reese Towpower 6301142, 741161142, 74115, 7411542, 74116, 74117, and 7411742 Ball and Pintle Hook combinations. These products were sold between November 2019 and August 2020.

The recall is due to an out-of-position pivot hole on the base component, which may reduce engagement between the T-latch and the base. This defect may prevent the upper moveable jaw from securely locking in the closed position. If the pintle hook comes unlocked, the towed vehicle may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Horizon will work with dealers and distributors to notify owners and replace the affected pintle hooks free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2020. Owners may contact Horizon customer service at 1-877-973-7871 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
TRAILER HITCHES recall
Manufacturer
Horizon Global
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Hitch
Hazard
Affected units
15,274

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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