Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V385000 Reported August 7, 2012

Wheel separation

California Trailer Works, Inc. · N/A · 12 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V385000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
California Trailer Works, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
12
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 7, 2012

Defect Summary

California trailer works, inc. (ctw) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 boat trailers equipped with carlisle transport products brand wheels installed as original equipment. these wheels were manufactured with machine dimensions for the application of a center cap and the application of steel lug inserts that were not controlled to the required specifications. as a result, the wheel may not be tightened to the proper torque during the mounting process.

Safety Consequence

If the wheels are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheels could loosen, leading to wheel separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. a detached wheel also becomes a road hazard.

Corrective Action

Ctw will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace affected wheels free of charge. ctw has not provided a notification schedule. owners may contact california trailer works, inc. At 1-916-381-7619.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized California Trailer Works, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 12V385000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 12V385000

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

What is recall 12V385000?

NHTSA recall 12V385000 was issued by California Trailer Works, Inc. on August 7, 2012. It addresses: Wheel separation. The recall affects approximately 12 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized California Trailer Works, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V385000 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.