NHTSA Recall 06V056000: Trailer hitches
M H EBY, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 129 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Eby Lb.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V056000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | February 24, 2006 |
| Owner notification | March 6, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain horse trailers equipped with electric brakes which are built with a break-away control unit. These units are not wired correctly.
Safety risk
In the event of a separation of the truck and trailer, the driver may experience a loss of brakes which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the break-away control units free of charge. The recall began on march 6, 2006. Owners may contact eby at 1-800-292-4752.
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 06V056000
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.