Recall 13V107 covers 33 2008-2011 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer units with GKN axles at risk of breaking. Hitch-Hiker replaces the axles for free.
Hitch-Hiker is recalling 33 trailers from the 2008-2011 Food Concession Trailer line because a GKN axle can break and let the arm, spindle, hub, wheel, and tire separate. If that happens while the trailer is being towed, crash risk increases, and the Hitch-Hiker dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The axle under a 2008-2011 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer is the non-powered rear suspension assembly that carries the trailer's weight and keeps the wheel hub aligned. It supports the arm, spindle, hub, wheel, and tire while the trailer rolls behind the tow vehicle. The axle also keeps the tire tracking straight under load and over road vibration.
On affected trailers equipped with GKN brand axles, the axle can break instead of holding that assembly together. When the axle breaks, the arm, spindle, hub, wheel, and tire can separate from the trailer. That failure leaves the trailer unsupported on that side and changes how it tracks behind the tow vehicle.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on noise, vibration, or a visible change in ride height to tell you the axle is about to fail.
Who's affected?
Spans four model years, with the same rear suspension component in each year.
| 2011 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2010 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer | rear suspension |
| 2008 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer | rear suspension |
| 2009 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 33 |
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?
If the axle breaks while the trailer is being towed, crash risk rises because the trailer no longer rides on the axle as designed. Before hauling the trailer again, confirm whether your VIN is included and arrange the axle replacement. Repair will be free at any franchised Hitch-Hiker dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2011 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Hitch-Hiker at 1-330-542-3052 to confirm current repair instructions before towing the trailer for service.
- Reference recall number 13V107 when you call or speak with a service provider.
- Schedule the axle replacement that fixes the GKN axle failure that lets the arm, spindle, hub, wheel, and tire separate.
- Avoid towing the trailer until Hitch-Hiker confirms the axle repair path for your VIN.
What happens at the repair
Hitch-Hiker began owner notification during April 2013, and the published remedy is axle replacement. The dealer repair is free once Hitch-Hiker confirms parts and service are available for your trailer. At the service visit, a Hitch-Hiker technician replaces the GKN axle assembly covered by the recall, addressing the axle break condition that lets the arm, spindle, hub, wheel, and tire separate. Ask the service desk to confirm that the replacement axle applies to your VIN before the work begins.
Timeline
| March 25, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 8, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V107?
Recall 13V107 covers 33 2008-2011 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer units equipped with GKN brand axles. The axle can break while the trailer is being towed, allowing the arm, spindle, hub, wheel, and tire to separate. Hitch-Hiker replaces the axles for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2011 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V107. If it is, contact Hitch-Hiker at 1-330-542-3052 and ask how to arrange the axle replacement. Reference recall 13V107 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 to the owner. For recall 13V107, Hitch-Hiker replaces the affected GKN brand axles free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of a wheel-end assembly while the trailer is being towed. If the axle breaks, the arm, spindle, hub, wheel, and tire can separate from the trailer, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN and arrange the free axle replacement.
What if I bought this trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. If you never received the April 2013 owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer is included, then contact Hitch-Hiker with recall 13V107.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V107000 |
|---|---|
| Hitch-Hiker customer service | 1-330-542-3052 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V107 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V107000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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