NHTSA Recall 01V083000: Trailer hitches
SUNDOWNER TRAILERS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 238 vehicles. It affects 1994–1995 Sundowner Sportman.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V083000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | March 13, 2001 |
| Owner notification | February 28, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: 2-horse steel trailers. The weld across the top of the coupler hitch could have caused a weak point in the tongue of the trailer.
Safety risk
If the coupler were to fail, it could cause injury or damage to the vehicle occupant and/or the horses.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the trailers and replace the coupler hitch if necessary. Owner notification began february 28, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact sundowner at 1-800-654-3879.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V083000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.