Rear bumper height noncompliance
Defect Summary
Aulick manufacturing is recalling certain aultimate agricultural trailers manufactured from february 5, 2004, through july 1, 2011, for a rear bumper that fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard number 224, "rear impact protection" and federal motor vehicle safety standard number 223 "rear impact guards." the bottom of the bumper exceeds the maximum allowable height from the ground, which limits the underride protection. additionally, the projected vertical height of the rear bumper is less than 100mm.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, a passenger vehicle's bumper may travel under the trailer's bumper. without the protection that the bumper affords, the injuries to the passengers in the vehicle may be increased. in addition, the impact load distribution may be decreased in the event of a crash due to noncompliant vertical height.
Corrective Action
Aulick will replace the rear bumper with one that has the correct placement and is compliant height. the recall began on november 11, 2011. owners may contact aulick at 1-308-632-6197.
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FAQ: Recall 11V454000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V454000?
NHTSA recall 11V454000 was issued by Aulick Manufacturing, Inc. on September 1, 2011. It addresses: Rear bumper height noncompliance. The recall affects approximately 642 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Aulick Manufacturing, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V454000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.