Trailer hitchesRecall 20V-021 · 2019 Multiquip WT5c
Multiquip, Inc. recall 20V-021 covers 119 2019 Multiquip WT5c for a trailer hitches problem, reported to NHTSA on January 16, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q4) shows 36% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V021000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2019 WT5C trailers. The connection points for the safety chain are incorrect.
The risk
The incorrect attachment points may result in the safety chains being too short, possibly interfering with steerability of the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Multiquip will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the mounting position of safety chains, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2020. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244. Multiquip's number for this recall is WT20191031.
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
36%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.