Vehicle recall 11V482000 · September 23, 2011

ATC QST, Fast Lane and 5 more models

These trailers with 12" extended hitch frames are breaking near the front cross member on the frame of the trailer.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 atc car hauler trailers with extended hitches manufactured from December 1, 2006 through September 16, 2011. These trailers with 12" extended hitch frames are breaking near the front cross member on the frame of the trailer. This is caused by insufficient material used in the frame hitch.
Consequence: The hitch could potentially break causing separation from the towing vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of loss of control and posing a risk of personal injury and property damage.
Remedy: Atc will repair the aluminum trailer hitch free of charge. The safety recall began on November 10, 2011. Owners may contact atc at 1-877-441-2440.
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: 11V482000
Reported to NHTSA: September 23, 2011
Filed by: ALUMINUM TRAILER COMPANY
Owner notification: November 10, 2011
Vehicles potentially affected: 85
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Trailer hitches

Recall 11V482000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

ATC Boss Hoss (2008): 2008
ATC Cargo (2009): 2009
ATC Contender (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
ATC Fast Lane (2007-2009): 2009, 2008, 2007
ATC GTS (2008): 2008
ATC QST (2007-2012): 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007
ATC SS (2010-2012): 2012, 2011, 2010

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