Vehicle recall 10V515000 · October 18, 2010
2009-2011 Timpte TDH
These trailers have the potential to fracture some of the structural components of the upper coupler.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Timpte is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 tdh trailers equipped with aluminum upper couplers. These trailers have the potential to fracture some of the structural components of the upper coupler.
- Consequence
- This could cause premature failure of the upper coupler increasing the risk of personal injury to the driver.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install updated reinforcement brackets to the main beam and front support channels to prevent possible failures. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on November 5, 2010. Owners may contact timpte at 1-402-367-3056.
- 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
- 10V515000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 18, 2010
- Filed by
- TIMPTE, INC.
- Owner notification
- November 5, 2010
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 296
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Mechanical
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Timpte TDH (2009-2011): 2011, 2010, 2009
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