Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm
Defect Summary
Hairline crack on the inside radius of the eye end of the s hook on the trailer chain.
Safety Consequence
Should the s hook fail, the safety chain would not becapable of retaining the trailer should it uncouple from the towing vehicle.
Corrective Action
The manufacturer will replace cracked hooks on assemblies as required.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Turner And Seymour Mfg Co or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 89E012000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 89E012000?
NHTSA recall 89E012000 was issued by Turner And Seymour Mfg Co on May 12, 1989. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm. The recall affects approximately 22,387 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Turner And Seymour Mfg Co dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89E012000 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.