NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 ATC ARV Gamechanger Recalls & Complaints
The 2021 ATC ARV Gamechanger has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on file as of October 21, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2021 ATC ARV Gamechanger. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized ATC ARV dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 ATC ARV Gamechanger. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Safety Chains Could Break
NHTSA #21V171000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice
Reported March 12, 2021 · Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC)
Potentially affected: 230 vehicles
Repair completion: 37.83% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified May 7, 2021
Defect description
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 ARV Gamechanger, and ARV Pro Bumper Pull trailers equipped with tandem 6,000 lb axles. The safety chains installed are rated at 11,700 lbs, which is insufficient for the trailer.
Safety consequence
The safety chains could break if the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
ATC will notify owners and dealers will replace the existing safety chains with a safety chain that meets the GVWR rating of the trailer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact ATC customer service at 1-877-441-2440 ext. 342.
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.
Other ATC ARV Gamechanger model years
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