Safety Recall NHTSA · 18E110000 Reported November 29, 2018

Trailer may separate from gooseball

Horizon Global · N/A · 621 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18E110000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Horizon Global
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
621
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
November 29, 2018
Completion Rate
18.04

Defect Summary

Horizon global (horizon) is recalling certain reese elite aftermarket gooseball kits, both the hi-rise ball kit, part number 19315, and the gm kit, part number 30891, sold for aftermarket installation on chevrolet and gmc trucks with the factory oem underbed package. these parts are the connector used in a gooseneck hitch to connect the towing vehicle's underbed to a trailer. the load dynamics of the underbed in these vehicles may potentially result in the trailer separating from the gooseball.

Safety Consequence

If the trailer separates from the gooseball and the trailer is not using safety chains, the trailer could separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Horizon will work with dealers to notify owners, and provide reimbursement for the parts purchased. the recall began january 10, 2019. customers may contact horizon customer service number at 1-877-973-7871.

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 Horizon Global dealer and reference recall ID 18E110000 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 18E110000

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

What is recall 18E110000?

NHTSA recall 18E110000 was issued by Horizon Global on November 29, 2018. It addresses: Trailer may separate from gooseball. The recall affects approximately 621 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Horizon Global dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18E110000 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.