Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- Component
- Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- Manufacturer
- Joe's Trailer Mfg.
- Vehicles affected
- 20
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-05-20
- Owners notified
- 2022-07-20
Defect description
Joe's Trailer Mfg. (Joe's) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Great Lakes Tandem 16', 18' and 20' trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
Safety risk
Trailer separation from a tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Joe's will inspect and replace the coupler as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in July 20, 2022. Owners may contact Joe's customer service at 1-734-261-0050.