NHTSA Recall 23V603000
Filed by Interstate Manufacturing, Inc.. Component: Structure. Reported 2023-08-30. An estimated 263 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Interstate Group LLC (Interstate) is recalling certain 2022-2023 ITLT716SA2 trailers. The steel tie-down flat straps could interfere with the operation of the trailer deck tilt latch when the trailer load is unevenly distributed.
Risk
Interference between the deck tilt latch and the tie-down straps can cause a pinch point, increasing the risk of injury.
What the manufacturer will do
Interstate will remove the steel tie-down flat straps and add a handle stop, free of charge. Owner notification letters were September 6, 2023. Owners may contact Interstate customer service at 1-877-850-7587.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.