Safety Recall NHTSA · 12E013000 Reported April 4, 2012

Trailer axles

Q: What is recall 12E013000?

NHTSA recall 12E013000 was issued by Quality Trailer Products, Lp on April 4, 2012. It addresses: Trailer axles. The recall affects approximately 1,125 vehicles , with the defect involving the Suspension 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.

Quality Trailer Products, Lp · Suspension · 1,125 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

12E013000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Quality Trailer Products, Lp

Component

Suspension

Vehicles Affected

1,125

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

April 4, 2012

Defect Summary

Quality trailer products, lp. (qtp) is recalling certain trailer axles with part number ts20710585545iac and manufactured in lots qr494320 and qr493997 from january 24, 2012, through february 17, 2012. These axles were installed on certain trailers manufactured by carry-on trailers, inc. As part number 2k7158. over time, the weld between the axle tube and the spindle may fail under stress.

Safety Consequence

If the axle spindle fails, the trailer wheel could separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Qtp will notify owners and will replace the affected axles free of charge. The safety recall began on april 27, 2012. Owners may contact qtp at 1-800-334-6355 ext. 132.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Quality Trailer Products, Lp dealer and reference recall ID 12E013000 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 12E013000

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

What is recall 12E013000?

NHTSA recall 12E013000 was issued by Quality Trailer Products, Lp on April 4, 2012. It addresses: Trailer axles. The recall affects approximately 1,125 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Quality Trailer Products, Lp dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12E013000 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.