Rear swing arm spare tire carrier bracket may fail
Defect Summary
High altitude trailer co, llc (hatc) is recalling certain 2019-2020 xt50 trailers retrofitted with a black rear swing arm spare tire carrier. the weld on the retrofitted rear swing arm bracket may fail causing the rear swing arm, spare tire, and any other attached items to break away from the trailer frame.
Safety Consequence
If the rear swing arm spare tire carrier bracket weld fails, the spare tire may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Hatc has notified owners, and dealers will add reinforcing welds along the top seam of the swing arm bracket and trailer frame, free of charge. for customers not in the immediate region, the manufacturer will coordinate with a local welding repair shop to add the welds and reimburse the shop directly. the recall began july 28, 2020. owners may contact hatc customer service at 1-720-391-6685. hatc's number for this recall is 2020g27.
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FAQ: Recall 20V432000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V432000?
NHTSA recall 20V432000 was issued by High Altitude Trailer Co Llc on July 28, 2020. It addresses: Rear swing arm spare tire carrier bracket may fail. The recall affects approximately 6 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized High Altitude Trailer Co Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V432000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2020G27. 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.