recall information
Recall number
REC-005094
PRA number
2015/14601
Original published date
make and model information
Make
EASYWORK TRAILERS
Model
Eco 2
Affected units
0
What are the defects?
Under heavy use the coupling head and coupling shaft may develop slackness. This may create extra stress on the locking pin which may shear. The shaft could then rotate in the coupling head, unscrew and detach.
What are the hazards?
If the coupling head unscrews and detaches from the coupling shaft, only the safety chains will attach the trailer to the tow vehicle and this can create an unstable tow situation, which could poses an accident hazard to the driver and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Consumer should inspect the coupling for evidence of excessive wear and contact their place of purchase to receive a replacement.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Various Boating Dealers
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
2 Tonne override coupling used on trailers to attach the trailer to the tow vehicle. These couplings have the letters 'ECO' cast in to the coupling body