Recall 11V122 covers 47 2010 American Hauler Nighthawk and Falcon Xc trailers for defective wheel welds. Repair is free at any franchised American Hauler dealer.
American Hauler is recalling 47 2010 Nighthawk and Falcon Xc trailers equipped with 15-inch by 6-inch steel wheels with a six-hole bolt pattern because the weld between the outer ring and center plate has inadequate penetration. A failed wheel can separate from the trailer and increase the risk of a crash or personal injury; the dealer repair will be free once American Hauler makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The wheels on 2010 American Hauler Nighthawk and Falcon Xc trailers carry the trailer weight and keep each tire fixed to the hub. This recall covers 15" x 6" white spoke or modular steel wheels with a six hole bolt pattern. Each wheel has an outer ring that supports the tire and a center plate that bolts to the hub.
On affected wheels, the weld between the outer ring and the center plate did not penetrate deeply enough. That weld is the metal joint that keeps those two wheel sections locked together. Improper plate alignment during manufacturing left the joint weaker than intended, so the wheel can separate at that connection under load.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not rely on noise, vibration, or a visible change in the wheel to confirm the defect before the wheel is inspected or replaced.
Who's affected?
Covers the Nighthawk and Falcon Xc models from the same model year, both tied to wheel hardware.
| 2010 American Hauler Nighthawk | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2010 American Hauler Falcon Xc | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 47 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Wheel failure can lead to wheel loss, increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury. Treat this as a trailer safety issue and schedule the wheel inspection soon, especially before hauling cargo or taking a longer trip. Repair will be free at any franchised American Hauler dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 American Hauler Nighthawk or Falcon Xc is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised American Hauler dealer and ask whether the free wheel inspection and trailer repair are open for recall number 11V122.
- Call Trans Texas Tire at 1-800-289-8667 with questions about the wheel inspection and repair path.
- Bring the recall notice if American Hauler mailed one, or give the dealer recall number 11V122 when you call.
- Avoid towing heavy loads until the wheel inspection is complete, because the wheel weld issue can lead to wheel failure or wheel loss.
What happens at the repair
The dealer process centers on the wheels. Once the repair is available, an American Hauler technician will inspect the white spoke or modular steel wheels with the six hole bolt pattern, checking the area where the outer ring meets the center plate. If the inspection finds the affected weld condition, the dealer performs the trailer repair required by the recall. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the campaign.
Timeline
| February 17, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 7, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V122?
Recall 11V122 covers 47 2010 American Hauler Nighthawk and Falcon Xc trailers with certain 15 inch by 6 inch steel wheels. Inadequate weld penetration between the outer ring and center plate can lead to wheel failure or wheel loss, increasing crash or injury risk.
What should I do if my 2010 American Hauler Nighthawk or Falcon Xc is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 11V122. If it is, contact an American Hauler dealer to schedule wheel inspection and repair. Reference recall number 11V122 when you call, and ask whether the dealer needs the trailer brought in or handled another way.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. American Hauler dealers will inspect the wheels on affected trailers and repair them free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel failure or wheel loss. The recall covers wheels with inadequate weld penetration between the outer ring and center plate, which can increase the risk of a crash or personal injury.
When did the recall repair begin?
The recall repair was expected to begin around March 10, 2011. Owners can contact an American Hauler dealer or Trans Texas Tire at 1-800-289-8667 and reference recall number 11V122 for the wheel inspection and free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V122000 |
|---|---|
| American Hauler customer service | 1-800-289-8667 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V122 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V122000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →