Vehicle recall 18V501000 · July 30, 2018

2018 Towblazer Heritage

The axle spindles on these trailers may have a poor weld, possibly resulting in the spindle breaking and the wheel detaching.

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

Summary: TowBlazer, Inc. (TowBlazer) is recalling certain 2018 TowBlazer Heritage motorcycle tow-behind trailers. The axle spindles on these trailers may have a poor weld, possibly resulting in the spindle breaking and the wheel detaching.
Consequence: If the wheel falls off, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: TowBlazer has notified owners, and dealers will correct the weld, or replace the chassis with a correctly welded spindle, free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2018. Owners may contact TowBlazer customer service at 1-864-501-4559.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 18V501000
Reported to NHTSA: July 30, 2018
Filed by: TowBlazer, Inc.
Owner notification: July 10, 2018
Vehicles potentially affected: 7
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Rear › Axle › Spindle

Recall 18V501000 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.

Towblazer Heritage (2018): 2018

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