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NHTSA Recall 17V459000: Service brakes, electric

Carry-On Trailer Corp. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,728 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Carry-On Trailer Dump.

2,728
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2017
owners notified (July 14)
NHTSA campaign17V459000
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Report receivedJuly 19, 2017
Owner notificationJuly 14, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Carry-On Trailer Corp. (Carry-On Trailer) is recalling certain 2017 Utility, Dump, and Enclosed trailers equipped with electric brakes. The affected trailers use the Bright Way breakaway box number 2305 which has a push-to-test light that may remain lit at all times.

Safety risk

If push to test light remains lit for an extended period of time, the circuit board might fail causing the breakaway brakes to not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.

Remedy

Carry-On Trailer has notified owners, and dealers will retrofit the previous version breakaway charger, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2017. Owners may contact Carry-On Trailer customer service at 1-706-356-5379.

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 17V459000

Make and modelModel years
Carry-On Trailer Dump2017
Carry-On Trailer Enclosed2017
Carry-On Trailer Utility2017

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.