NHTSA vehicle safety data
2012 Alumadump Aluminum Trailer AL6096 Recalls & Complaints
The 2012 Alumadump Aluminum Trailer AL6096 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on file as of November 3, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2012 Alumadump Aluminum Trailer AL6096. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Alumadump dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2012 Alumadump Aluminum Trailer AL6096. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Aluminum Trailer/Trailer Separation
NHTSA #12V497000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported October 3, 2012 · Super Test Corporation
Potentially affected: 175 vehicles
Owners notified December 14, 2012
Defect description
Super Test Corporation (Super Test) is recalling certain model year 2012 Alumadump aluminum trailers, model AL6096, manufactured from September 2011 through April 2012, sold exclusively through the Home Depot. The weld that connects the tongue to the trailer frame can fail under stress.
Safety consequence
A trailer that separates from the towing vehicle while in use may be a significant road hazard, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Super Test will notify owners and will offer a full refund for each of the affected trailers. The safety recall began on December 14, 2012. Owners may contact Super Test at 1-815-623-8400. Owners should not contact the Home Depot.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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