Other: labelsRecall 18V-709 · 2017–2018 Smittybilt Scout
TAP Worldwide, LLC recall 18V-709 covers 135 2017–2018 Smittybilt Scout for a other: labels problem, reported to NHTSA on October 10, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q1) shows 89% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V709000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
TAP Worldwide, LLC (TAP) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Smittybilt SCOUT trailer kits, sold with tires and wheels included in the kit (SKU number 87400). These trailer kits were sold without the required labeling for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), and cargo capacity statements. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
The risk
The missing labels can result in the user overloading the trailer causing a loss of control, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
TAP will notify owners and will provide the missing labels, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.
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
89%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 31, 2017 to August 5, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.