The defect
Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2024 WTE5C and WTE5HP trailers. The trailer brakes may engage unexpectedly or fail to engage when the turn signal is activated, due to wiring that is incorrectly connected between the turn signal and electric brakes. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Brakes that fail to engage when applied or unexpected brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2024. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244.
NHTSA's own wording · initiated by ODI
Vehicles covered
| Model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Multiquip WTE5C | 2024 |
| Multiquip WTE5HP | 2024 |
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Model years in this recall
NHTSA complaints and the number of recall campaigns for each model year this recall covers.
| Model | Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiquip WTE5C | 2024 | 0 | 1 |
| Multiquip WTE5HP | 2024 | 0 | 1 |
Other service brakes, electric recalls in 2024
2 of the 950 recall campaigns reported to NHTSA in 2024 concerned the service brakes, electric; Multiquip, Inc. filed 5 campaigns in all.
| 24V623000 20 Aug 2024 | Fisker Group Inc |
NHTSA recalls (public domain) · all recalls of 2024