MULTIQUIP — recall

Automotive · United States · 2024-09-09

Multiquip trailers with brakes that may engage unexpectedly or fail

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-09-09
Manufacturer	Multiquip, Inc.
Models affected	WTE5C, WTE5HP
Model year	2024
Units affected	43
Defect	Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2024 WTE5C and WTE5HP trailers. The trailer brakes may engage unexpectedly or fail to engage when the turn signal is activated, due to wiring that is incorrectly connected between the turn signal and electric brakes. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."_x000D_ Brakes that fail to engage when applied or unexpected brake engagement while driving increases the ri…
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Remedy	Dealers will inspect and repair the wiring, free of charge. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244.
Recall number	24V660000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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