Recall 20V432 covers 6 2019-2020 High Altitude Trailer XT50 trailers for rear swing-arm weld failure. Repair is free at any franchised High Altitude Trailer dealer.
High Altitude Trailer is recalling 6 2019-2020 XT50 trailers retrofitted with a black rear swing arm spare tire carrier. The bracket weld can fail and let the swing arm, spare tire, and attached items break away from the trailer, increasing crash risk; the repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The rear swing arm spare tire carrier on affected 2019-2020 High Altitude Trailer XT50 trailers is the hinged bracket assembly mounted at the back of the trailer. It carries the spare tire and any other items attached to that rear swing arm while the trailer moves and flexes on the road.
On recalled trailers, the top section of the swing arm bracket is missing a weld. That missing weld puts extra stress on the welds that remain, so normal vibration and trailer movement fatigue the bracket faster than designed. If the welds fail, the rear swing arm, spare tire, and attached items can separate from the trailer frame.
Owners can look for cracks or rust around the welds on the rear swing arm bracket. Recalled trailers have a black swing arm bracket, while non-recalled trailers have a gray bracket with visible welds along the top seam.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2019 and 2020 XT50 model years, both tied to the same body structure component.
| 2020 High Altitude Trailer XT50 | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2019 High Altitude Trailer XT50 | body structure |
| Units affected | 6 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
A failed rear swing arm spare tire carrier bracket weld can let the spare tire separate from the trailer and increase crash risk. Cracks or rust at the welds are warning signs. If you see them, schedule the repair soon and ask whether towing is safe. Repair is free at any franchised High Altitude Trailer dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2020 High Altitude Trailer XT50 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised High Altitude Trailer dealer to schedule the free weld reinforcement that secures the rear swing arm spare tire carrier to the trailer frame.
- Ask High Altitude Trailer customer service at 1-720-391-6685 about coordination with a local welding repair shop if you are outside the immediate dealer region.
- Bring the recall notice if High Altitude Trailer mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V432 and High Altitude Trailer recall 2020G27 when you call.
- Avoid using the rear swing arm spare tire carrier until the reinforcing welds are complete.
What happens at the repair
The recall repair is available now and is free. At the High Altitude Trailer facility, a High Altitude Trailer technician adds reinforcing welds along the top seam of the swing arm bracket and trailer frame. If your trailer is outside the immediate region, High Altitude Trailer coordinates with a local welding repair shop so the same weld repair is completed without owner payment. The work focuses on strengthening the retrofitted rear swing arm spare tire carrier bracket so the swing arm and attached items stay secured to the trailer frame.
Timeline
| July 28, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 28, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| July 28, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 28, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 28, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V432?
Recall 20V432 covers 6 2019-2020 High Altitude Trailer XT50 trailers retrofitted with a black rear swing arm spare tire carrier. The weld on the rear swing arm bracket can fail, allowing the spare tire and attached items to separate from the trailer frame.
What should I do if my 2019-2020 High Altitude Trailer XT50 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V432. If it is, contact High Altitude Trailer or a franchised dealer to arrange the reinforcing weld repair. Reference recall 20V432 and High Altitude Trailer recall number 2020G27 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. High Altitude Trailer dealers will add reinforcing welds along the top seam of the swing arm bracket and trailer frame free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is separation of the spare tire carrier from the trailer. If the bracket weld fails, the spare tire and other attached items can break away from the frame, increasing crash risk. The free repair adds reinforcing welds to secure the bracket.
What if I am not near a High Altitude Trailer dealer?
High Altitude Trailer will coordinate the repair with a local welding repair shop for owners outside the immediate region. The manufacturer will reimburse the shop directly for adding the reinforcing welds. Call High Altitude Trailer customer service at 1-720-391-6685 to arrange the repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V432000 |
|---|---|
| High Altitude Trailer customer service | 1-720-391-6685 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V432 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V432000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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