Aluma KLM 5410T, 5410WD: Trailer hitches

Affects Aluma KLM 5410T, 5410WD · 2011–2015 — about 529 vehicles.

The hazard

If the trailer tongue separates, the rear of the tongue retainer and tongue tube will drag on pavement and the trailer will not be properly secured to the tow vehicle, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Aluma/KLM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers for missing welds, adding any missing welds and retrofitting two additional gussets, free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Aluma/KLM customer service at 1-866-415-3285.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational