NHTSA Recall 21V902000: Critical fasteners (structure) and door (structure)
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 461 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Atc Quest.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V902000 |
|---|---|
| Components | STRUCTURE › CRITICAL FASTENERS; STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR |
| Report received | November 19, 2021 |
| Owner notification | January 14, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) is recalling certain 2021 Quest and Raven trailers equipped with a spring-assist ramp door assembly. The fastener used to secure the spring-assist ramp door cables may be the incorrect type and over-tightened, which could cause the cable bushings to fail.
Safety risk
Cable bushing failure may cause the cables to retract forcefully, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
ATC will supply new materials and work instructions to replace the existing ramp door cable fastener assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owners may contact ATC customer service at 1-877-441-2440, ext. 342.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V902000
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.