NHTSAEQUIPMENT
Brinkley RV - Safety Chains Are Underrated For GVWR
Published: September 26, 2024Recall ID: 24V717000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Underrated chains can break, allowing the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2025 Model Z travel trailers. The installed safety chains are underrated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Affected Products
Safety Chains Are Underrated For GVWR
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Safety Chains Are Underrated For GVWR |
| Nhtsa id | 24V717000 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V717000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Brinkley RV |
| Defect summary | Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2025 Model Z travel trailers. The installed safety chains are underrated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). |
| Completion rate | 80.00 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will replace the safety chains, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2403. |
| Consequence summary | Underrated chains can break, allowing the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | REC-2403 |
| Potentially affected | 40 |
| Report received date | 2024-09-26T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |