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2006-2016 Haul Master Trailer recall: exterior lighting

Harbor Freight Tools reported this safety recall on August 12, 2016. It covers about 374,319 vehicles.

vehicles affected
374,319
reported
Aug 12, 2016
owners notified
Oct 10, 2016
related complaints
1

Exterior lighting

What is wrong
Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 90154, 42708, 90153, 66771, 42709, 94564 trailers, and 2013-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 62170, 62209, 61730, and 69897. The affected trailers may be equipped with incorrectly positioned rear lamp brackets that may not illuminate the license plate. The lights fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
The trailers may be less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Harbor Freight will notify owners and will provide them with a new tail light package, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2016. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1‑805‑388‑1000.

Recall number 16V597000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about lights problems.

Questions about recall 16V597000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2016 Haul Master Trailer exterior lighting?

Yes. Recall 16V597000, reported on August 12, 2016, covers about 374,319 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V597000?

Harbor Freight will notify owners and will provide them with a new tail light package, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2016. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1‑805‑388‑1000.

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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