Safety Recall NHTSA · 89V163000 Reported October 2, 1989

Equipment:carrier:spare tire

Mobile Traveler, Inc. · Equipment · 18 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89V163000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
18
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 2, 1989

Defect Summary

Spare tire carrier may not be properly attached to the rear wall due to the use of incorrect bracket.

Corrective Action

Install new bracket and hardware.

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 Mobile Traveler, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 89V163000 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 89V163000

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

What is recall 89V163000?

NHTSA recall 89V163000 was issued by Mobile Traveler, Inc. on October 2, 1989. It addresses: Equipment:carrier:spare tire. The recall affects approximately 18 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mobile Traveler, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89V163000 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.