Magic Tilt.
What the notice says Magic Tilt Trailers is recalling certain boat trailers manufactured October 17, 2011, through January 24, 2012. These trailers are equipped with brake actuators manufactured by Carlisle. On some of the pumps, one of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump for the brakes may have missed a heat treat operation …
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What owners ask about this recall
- Which vehicles does recall 13V188 cover?
- Magic Tilt.
- What is wrong with them?
- Magic Tilt Trailers is recalling certain boat trailers manufactured October 17, 2011, through January 24, 2012. These trailers are equipped with brake actuators manufactured by Carlisle.
- What can happen if it is not put right?
- Loss of braking ability can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage.
- Is there a fix yet?
- Yes, and it is free. Magic Tilt Trailers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators on the trailers, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2013. Owners may contact Magic Tilt Trailers at 1-800-998-8458.
- What should I do now?
- Check your own vehicle by its VIN with NHTSA, which is the record to act on.
Answered from the register this site holds. NHTSA is the record to act on.
What the authority says can happen if this is not fixed: “Loss of braking ability can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage.”
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- Defect summary
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e3b934a7 - Remedy
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