Safety Recall NHTSA · 81V143000 Reported November 30, 1981

Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring hanger:bra

Ez Loader Adjustable Boat Trailers, Inc. · Suspension · 10,517 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
81V143000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
10,517
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 30, 1981

Defect Summary

The spring-hangers, which are brackets located on each side of the axle, have a tendency to bend when subjected to repeated or severe jolts or stresses. Eventually they may break, causing the axle to become detached from the trailer and forcing the towing vehicle off the road.

Corrective Action

A drawbar apparatus will be installed to provide additional support to the spring-hangers. Any damaged spring-hanger assemblies will be replaced without charge to owner.

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 Ez Loader Adjustable Boat Trailers, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 81V143000 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 81V143000

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

What is recall 81V143000?

NHTSA recall 81V143000 was issued by Ez Loader Adjustable Boat Trailers, Inc. on November 30, 1981. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring hanger:bra. The recall affects approximately 10,517 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ez Loader Adjustable Boat Trailers, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81V143000 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.