NHTSA Recall 06V010000: Trailer hitches
TRAVIS BODY & TRAILER, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 639 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Travis Aero-Lite.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V010000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | January 17, 2006 |
| Owner notification | January 3, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain frameless, quarter-frame and end dump trailers, small outer bushings (left and right) on the coupler plate have cracked which allows the pin that attaches the draft arms to the coupler plate to slip out.
Safety risk
The trailer could turn over while dumping or even become disconnected from the truck when driving. Serious injury or a fatality to the operator, bystanders or other motorists could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will add an upper and a lower reinforcing plate and inspect for cracks free of charge. Travis is in the process of contacting customers by telephone immediately with explanation of the recall campaign. A written owner notification letter will follow. The recall began on january 3, 2006. Owners may contact travis at 800-535-4372.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V010000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Travis Aero-Lite | 2005, 2006 |
| Travis Classic | 2005, 2006 |
| Travis Power-Lite | 2005, 2006 |
| Travis Sst | 2005, 2006 |
| Travis Wave | 2005, 2006 |
| Travis Wedge | 2005, 2006 |
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.