NHTSA Recall 10V191000: Trailer hitches
WILDCAT MFG. CO. INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 74 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Wildcat 510.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V191000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | May 7, 2010 |
| Owner notification | June 18, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Wildcat is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 510 and model year 2007-2009 510lt trailers equipped with an adjustable length tongue assembly. The pintle eye used in the tongue assembly does not have an adequate vertical or horizontal load rating for the gross weight of the vehicle.
Safety risk
The pintle eye could fail resulting in separation of the tongue from the tow vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Field kit modifications are currently under development. The safety recall began on june 18, 2010. Owners may contact wildcat at 800-627-3954.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V191000
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.