NHTSA Recall 13V107000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)
Hitch-Hiker Mfg., Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33 vehicles. It affects 2008–2011 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V107000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 25, 2013 |
| Owner notification | April 8, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hitch-Hiker Mfg., Inc. (Hitch Hiker) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 food concession trailers equipped with GKN brand axles. In the affected trailers, the axle may break allowing the arm, spindle, hub, wheel and tire to separate.
Safety risk
If the trailer is being towed and the axle breaks it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hitch-Hiker will notify owners and replace the axles. The recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hitch-Hiker at 1-330-542-3052.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V107000
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.