Safety Recall NHTSA · 21E020000 Reported March 23, 2021

Incorrect jaw latch position may allow separation

Q: What is recall 21E020000?

NHTSA recall 21E020000 was issued by Curt Manufacturing Llc on March 23, 2021. It addresses: Incorrect jaw latch position may allow separation. The recall affects approximately 13,474 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.

Curt Manufacturing Llc · N/A · 13,474 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

21E020000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Curt Manufacturing Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

13,474

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

March 23, 2021

Completion Rate

69.59

Defect Summary

Curt manufacturing llc (curt manufacturing) is recalling certain forged ball and pintle hitch part numbers 48190 and 48200. the pivot hole is out of position, which can limit the locking jaw engagement.

Safety Consequence

The limited locking engagement may allow the upper jaw to unlatch and a towed vehicle to separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Curt manufacturing will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ball and pintle hitch, free of charge. the recall began march 31, 2021. owners may contact curt manufacturing customer service at 1-800-798-0813.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Curt Manufacturing Llc dealer and reference recall ID 21E020000 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 21E020000

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

What is recall 21E020000?

NHTSA recall 21E020000 was issued by Curt Manufacturing Llc on March 23, 2021. It addresses: Incorrect jaw latch position may allow separation. The recall affects approximately 13,474 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Curt Manufacturing Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21E020000 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.