Equipment recall 09E050000 · August 10, 2009
2008-2010 Infiniti EX35
When the hitch is loaded to the maximum rating, the bumper structure of the vehicle may pull away from the vehicle frame.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
This is a recall of aftermarket equipment listed for the vehicles below. It applies only if the recalled part was installed on the vehicle.
- Summary
- Curt is recalling certain class 1 receiver hitches, p/n 11500, manufactured between March 26, 2008 and March 12, 2009, sold as aftermarket equipment for use on model year 2008 through 2010 Nissan Infiniti EX35 vehicles. When the hitch is loaded to the maximum rating, the bumper structure of the vehicle may pull away from the vehicle frame.
- Consequence
- A vehicle crash can occur should the towed vehicle separate from the towing vehicle while in operation.
- Remedy
- Curt mfg will notify owners and replace the hitches free of charge. The safety recall began on August 14, 2009. Owners may contact curt mfg toll-free at 1-800-738-7213.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09E050000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 10, 2009
- Filed by
- CURT MFG. INC.
- Owner notification
- August 14, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 110
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Infiniti EX35 (2008-2010): 2010, 2009, 2008
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