The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21V747000·Announced 2021-09-24

Carson Trailer Recalls 2021 Carriers Due to Improperly Tightened Axle Spindle Nuts

Carson Trailer is recalling 2021 Carson Carrier trailers because improperly tightened spindle nuts may cause axle vibration and bearing overheating, increasing crash risk.

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 (axle spindle nuts) that affects vehicle control and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Carson Trailer, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 Carson Carrier trailers. The recall addresses spindle nuts on the axles that may have been improperly tightened during assembly.

Improperly tightened spindle nuts may cause excessive axle vibration and overheat the bearings. This condition can affect vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will properly tighten the spindle nuts free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 12, 2022. Owners may contact Carson's customer service at 310-516-6046 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
CARSON CARRIER
Brand
CARSON
Manufacturer
Carson Trailer, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
870

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 (1)

  • CARRIER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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