Towed vehicle may detach from pin box
Defect Summary
Lippert is recalling certain curt helux pin boxes, part numbers 2024032921, 2024032924, 2024032925 and 2024113005; installed in lippert 5w chassis. the pin box fasteners may have been improperly tightened.
Safety Consequence
The fasteners can loosen and fall out, allowing the tow vehicle to detach from the pin box and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Lippert will work with the vehicle manufacturers to tighten the fasteners, free of charge. vehicle manufacturers will notify their affected owners. owners may contact lippert at 1-574-538-4514.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Lippert or involving Trailer Hitches.
FAQ: Recall 24E098000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24E098000?
NHTSA recall 24E098000 was issued by Lippert on November 20, 2024. It addresses: Towed vehicle may detach from pin box. The recall affects approximately 675 vehicles, with the defect involving the Trailer Hitches component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Lippert dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24E098000 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.