NHTSA Recall 07V489000: Temporary/emergency spare tire (tires)
SCOTT HEALTH & SAFETY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 188 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Scott Liberty I.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V489000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE |
| Report received | October 16, 2007 |
| Owner notification | January 16, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain air compressor trailers, the spare tire mount may fail at one or more of the welds on the upright bar resulting in the spare tire coming loose and falling from the trailer.
Safety risk
Should the spare tire detach itself from the carrier while the trailer is in motion, a crash may result.
Remedy
Scott will replace the old style spare tire mount with one of a new design. The recall is expected to begin during october 2007. Owners may contact scott at 1-800-247-7257.
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 07V489000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Scott Liberty I | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Scott Liberty II | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
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.