Axle: spindleRecall 18V-501 · 2018 Towblazer Heritage
TowBlazer, Inc. recall 18V-501 covers 7 2018 Towblazer Heritage for a axle: spindle problem, reported to NHTSA on July 30, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q4) shows 57% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V501000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
TowBlazer, Inc. (TowBlazer) is recalling certain 2018 TowBlazer Heritage motorcycle tow-behind trailers. The axle spindles on these trailers may have a poor weld, possibly resulting in the spindle breaking and the wheel detaching.
The risk
If the wheel falls off, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
TowBlazer has notified owners, and dealers will correct the weld, or replace the chassis with a correctly welded spindle, free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2018. Owners may contact TowBlazer customer service at 1-864-501-4559.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
57%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.