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2005-2006 Cottrell Car Hauler recall: exterior lighting

Cottrell, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 13, 2006. It covers about 63 vehicles.

vehicles affected
63
reported
Jul 13, 2006
owners notified
Jun 29, 2006

Exterior lighting

What is wrong
On certain car hauling trailers with an extra night loading light option (6light/7light), the tractor and trailer lights were wired to one switch rather than two separate switches. These lights may have a fuse in the electrical circuit that is rated higher than the other electrical components in the circuit.
Risk
These components may potentially overheat without blowing the fuse which could cause a fire in the electrical circuit.
Remedy
One-switch circuits will be rewired to create two-switch circuits. All customers have been contacted to disable the night-loading light option and arrangements have been made to have these trailers repaired. Owners may contact cottrell at 1‑770‑532‑7251.

Recall number 06V249000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V249000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Cottrell Car Hauler exterior lighting?

Yes. Recall 06V249000, reported on July 13, 2006, covers about 63 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V249000?

One-switch circuits will be rewired to create two-switch circuits. All customers have been contacted to disable the night-loading light option and arrangements have been made to have these trailers repaired. Owners may contact cottrell at 1‑770‑532‑7251.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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