NHTSA Recall 07V412000: Frame and members (structure)
CHAMPION MOTORCYCLE ACCESSORIES reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 40 vehicles. It affects 2003–2004 Champion Sidecar Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V412000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Report received | September 11, 2007 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Certain touring trailers were built with trailing arm spindles (a part of the trailer frame designed and intended to be towed behind motorcycles) that may fatigue and fail over time. The spindle may fracture causing the road wheel to no longer track properly.
Safety risk
Trailer (and motorcycle) directional stability would then be compromised and a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new frame free of charge. The recall began on september 15, 2007. Owners may contact champion at 800-875-0949.
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 07V412000
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.