Recall 12V396 affects 18 2012 Haul-Rite boat trailers for wheels that loosen from improper torque. Repair is free at any franchised Haul-Rite dealer.
Haul-Rite recall 12V396 covers 18 2012 boat trailers, including ABT78-TDM and ABT66-TDM models, because Carlisle wheels were built outside required dimensions and can fail to tighten to proper torque. Loose wheels can separate from the trailer and become a road hazard, and the Haul-Rite dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The wheels on these 2012 Haul-Rite ABT78-TDM, ABT66-TDM, TRN63-HD, ABT78-HD, and ABT66-HD boat trailers carry the trailer load and bolt to the hub with lug nuts. The center cap covers the middle of the wheel, while steel lug inserts give the lug nuts a solid surface to clamp against when the wheel is mounted.
The recalled Carlisle Transport Products wheels were made with center-cap and steel-lug-insert dimensions that were outside the required specification. Because those dimensions were wrong, the lug nuts do not seat and clamp the wheel as designed during mounting. The wheel can leave the shop without the correct torque, which means it is not held to the hub with the intended force.
There is no warning sign before failure. If a wheel was not tightened correctly during mounting, the owner is not given a clear warning light, sound, or trailer signal before the problem is present.
Who's affected?
Covers 5 Haul-Rite trailer models from the 2012 model year, all tied to wheel hardware.
| 2012 Haul-Rite ABT78-TDM | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2012 Haul-Rite ABT66-TDM | wheel hardware |
| 2012 Haul-Rite TRN63-HD | wheel hardware |
| 2012 Haul-Rite ABT78-HD | wheel hardware |
| 2012 Haul-Rite ABT66-HD | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 18 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
When the wheels are not tightened to the correct torque, a wheel can loosen and separate from the trailer. That raises crash risk and leaves a detached wheel as a road hazard for other drivers. Schedule the repair before using the trailer for another trip. Repair will be free at any franchised Haul-Rite dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Haul-Rite ABT78-TDM, ABT66-TDM, TRN63-HD, ABT78-HD, or ABT66-HD trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Haul-Rite dealer to ask about the free wheel repair or replacement.
- Reference recall number 12V396 when you call, and explain that the wheel can loosen because it was not tightened to the proper torque.
- Bring the recall notice if B & M has mailed one, plus any service paperwork for the trailer wheels.
- Tow cautiously until the repair is complete. Stop using the trailer if a wheel feels loose or the trailer handles abnormally.
What happens at the repair
The filing says owner notification began on September 19, 2012, and the dealer remedy is to repair or replace the affected Carlisle wheels. This section does not list the remedy status as available, so do not assume the repair can be scheduled from this page alone. Once the dealer repair is available, a Haul-Rite technician handles the affected wheels at no charge under the recall. Parts and labor are covered.
Timeline
| August 10, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 19, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V396?
Recall 12V396 covers 18 2012 Haul-Rite ABT78-TDM, ABT66-TDM, TRN63-HD, ABT78-HD, and ABT66-HD boat trailers with Carlisle wheels that were not built to the required dimensions. The wheels can be tightened incorrectly during mounting, which can lead to wheel separation.
What should I do if my 2012 Haul-Rite ABT78-TDM, ABT66-TDM, TRN63-HD, ABT78-HD, or ABT66-HD is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V396. If it is, contact a Haul-Rite dealer to schedule the wheel repair or replacement. Reference recall number 12V396 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Haul-Rite dealers will repair or replace the affected wheels free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 12V396.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel separation. If the affected wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, they can loosen while the trailer is moving. A separated wheel increases crash risk and creates a road hazard for other drivers.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V396000 |
|---|---|
| Haul-Rite customer service | 1-573-346-7246 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V396 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V396000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →