Safety Recall NHTSA · 11V482000 Reported September 23, 2011

Weakened trailer hitch

Q: What is recall 11V482000?

NHTSA recall 11V482000 was issued by Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) on September 23, 2011. It addresses: Weakened trailer hitch. The recall affects approximately 85 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) · N/A · 85 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

11V482000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Aluminum Trailer Company (atc)

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 23, 2011

Defect Summary

Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 atc car hauler trailers with extended hitches manufactured from december 1, 2006 through september 16, 2011. these trailers with 12" extended hitch frames are breaking near the front cross member on the frame of the trailer. this is caused by insufficient material used in the frame hitch.

Safety Consequence

The hitch could potentially break causing separation from the towing vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of loss of control and posing a risk of personal injury and property damage.

Corrective Action

Atc will repair the aluminum trailer hitch free of charge. the safety recall began on november 10, 2011. owners may contact atc at 1-877-441-2440.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) dealer and reference recall ID 11V482000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 11V482000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 11V482000?

NHTSA recall 11V482000 was issued by Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) on September 23, 2011. It addresses: Weakened trailer hitch. The recall affects approximately 85 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V482000 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.