June 6, 2024 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 24V409000
Incorrect GVWR Label on Trailer Brake Actuator
An overloaded trailer brake actuator can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V409
Manufacturer McClain Trailers, Inc.
Components EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 140
Summary
McClain Trailers Inc. (McClain Trailers) is recalling certain 2024 10K, 12K, 15K, and 18K boat trailers. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) listed on the trailer brake actuator is incorrect, which can allow it to become overloaded.
Remedy
McClain Trailers will mail corrected labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact McClain Trailers customer service at 1-713-675-2761.
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.
Chronology :
1/9/2024 – Lippert
Engineering performed testing on the label rating.
1/25/2024 Lippert sent surge brake actuator to testing company for analysis. Results from independent testing company determined that the max rating should 19K.
2/9/2024 – Investigation of component completed. Set date to meet with the Safety Committee.
2/21/2024 – Safety Committee reviewed the information and concluded that the data reviewed indicated a unanimous vote for a voluntary recall. Investigation continued for to determine affected unit range.
2/26/2024 – Investigation concluded, range completed.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| MCCLAIN | BOAT TRAILER | 2024 |
2 Associated Documents
Recall 573 Report
RCLRPT-24V409-8098.PDF 213.45KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-24V409-1671.pdf 758.084KB
Latest Recalls Documents
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- Heavy-Duty Construction: Robust tandem hydraulic disc brake actuator with a 7,500 lb capacity for reliable braking performance.
- Sliding Design: Inner slide mechanism allows for easy installation and adjustment of the actuator.
- Hydraulic Operation: Utilizes hydraulic pressure to engage the brakes, providing smooth and responsive braking.
- Dimensions: Compact size suitable for various trailer applications.
- Accessories Included: Comes complete with necessary hardware and components for installation.
- Application: hydraulic disc brakes (includes reverse solenoid)
- Ball size: 2"
- Mounting: 3" wide channel tongue
- Capacity: 7,500 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 750 lbs
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-409
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
McClain Trailers, Inc. JUN 06, 2024 NHTSA Recall No. : 24V-409 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : McClain Trailers, Inc.
Address : 7203 COWART
PO BOX 202077 HOUSTON TX 77020-2077
Company phone : 999
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 140 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2024-2024 MCCLAIN TRAILERS 10K, 12K, 15K, & 18K TRAILERS
Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style :
Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : ACTUATOR WAS MISLABELEDWITH A 20K GVWR RATING LABEL SHOULD READ 19K GVWR RATING
Production Dates : MAY 20, 2023 – JAN 05, 2024
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : MISLABELED GVWR RATING AT 20K FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : NONE ON TRAILERS BULT WITH THIS ACTUATOR. EVERY TRAILER WE
BUILT HAD A GVWR RATING AT 18K OR LESS WITHIN THE CORRECT RATING OF 19K
Description of the Cause : MISLABELED
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
N/A
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-409 Page 2 Component Name 1 : 20K SURGE BRAKE COUPLER Component Description : 20K SURGE BRAKE COUPLER
Component Part Number : 210-16-100 EQUIVALENT TO LIPPERT #2023050981-ACT-A19-ATUATOR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : LIPPERT
Address : 2020 BLAKESLEY PKWY
BRISTOL Indiana 46507 Country : United States Chronology :
1/9/2024 – Lippert Engineering performed testing on the label rating.
1/25/2024 Lippert sent surge brake actuator to testing company for analysis. Results from independent testing company determined that the max rating should 19K.
2/9/2024 – Investigation of component completed. Set date to meet with the Safety Committee. 2/21/2024 – Safety Committee reviewed the information and concluded that the data reviewed indicated a unanimous vote for a voluntary recall. Investigation continued for to determine affected unit range.
2/26/2024 – Investigation concluded, range completed. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : IDENTIFY THE TRAILERS THAT ARE AFFECTED BY THE INCORRECT
LABEL, MAIL OUT CORRECT LABEL TO CHANGE OUT WITH CORRECT 19K RATING How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : LABEL HAS CORRECT GVWR RATING NOTIFIED BY LIPPERT AND HAD NEW LABELS BROUGHT IN FOR CORRECT LABELING ON IN STOCK PARTS Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : IDENTIFY AFFECTED TRAILERS
CONTACT OWNERS MAIL CORRECT LABELS
Planned Dealer Notification Date : JUN 07, 2024 – JUN 28, 2024
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-409
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 28, 2024 – JUL 12, 2024
* NR – Not Reported
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