Product description
2 Tonne override coupling used on trailers to attach the trailer to the tow vehicle. These couplings have the letters 'ECO' cast in to the coupling body
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Reason the product is recalled
Under heavy use the coupling head and coupling shaft may develop slackness. This may create extra stress on the locking pin which may shear. The shaft could then rotate in the coupling head, unscrew and detach.
The hazards to consumers
If the coupling head unscrews and detaches from the coupling shaft, only the safety chains will attach the trailer to the tow vehicle and this can create an unstable tow situation, which could poses an accident hazard to the driver and other road users.
What consumers should do
Consumer should inspect the coupling for evidence of excessive wear and contact their place of purchase to receive a replacement.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Various Boating Dealers
Identifying product features
All couplings that feature the word 'Eco'
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
All couplings that feature the word 'Eco'
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2015/14601 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
Find information on vehicle recalls and how to report a vehicle safety issue.
