Jcb Telescopic Handler: Possible Distortion Of Safety Catch On Tow Hitch.
- Recalling firm
- JCB
- Product
- Vehicles: JCB TELESCOPIC HANDLER. Units affected: 3,221
- Reason
- It is possible that the latch plate used to retain the hitch hook may have been manufactured from an unsuitable material. This can lead to the latch deforming under load and allow the trailer or implement to become detached from the vehicle. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement safety latch.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2001-12-01
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/05cfc174-8c64-4c72-beae-9855de92c938