NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Haul Master Trailer Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2013 Haul Master Trailer has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Haul Master dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 Haul Master Trailer. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NHTSA #16V597000Reported August 12, 2016 · Harbor Freight Tools
Potentially affected: 374,319 vehicles
Defect description
Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 90154, 42708, 90153, 66771, 42709, 94564 trailers, and 2013-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 62170, 62209, 61730, and 69897. The affected trailers may be equipped with incorrectly positioned rear lamp brackets that may not illuminate the license plate. The lights fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
The trailers may be less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Harbor Freight will notify owners and will provide them with a new tail light package, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2016. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1-805-388-1000.
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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