2015–2016 Haulmark Aluminum Snowmobile, 2015–2016 Wells Cargo Aluminum Snowmobile Recall: Cross winds may result in the trailers tipping or lifting, possibly…
NHTSA campaign 16V709000 · Trailer Hitches · filed Oct 5, 2016 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Universal Trailer Cargo Group, Inc. (UTC Group) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Haulmark and Wells Cargo Aluminum Snowmobile trailers, models HAS85X16DT2, HAS85X20DT2, HAS85X22DT2, HAS85X24DT2, WAS85X1622, WAS85X2022 and WAS85X2422, manufactured June 18, 2015, to September 23, 2016. Cross winds may result in the trailers tipping or lifting, possibly causing the couplers to tear.
The risk
If the coupler tears, the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
UTC Group will notify owners, and dealers will attach a reinforcement plate assembly and extra coupler tube to each trailer, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2016. Owners may contact UTC Group customer service at 1-574-264-9661. UTC Group's number for this recall is ID119915.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Haulmark | Aluminum Snowmobile | 2015, 2016 |
| Wells Cargo | Aluminum Snowmobile | 2015, 2016 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 16V709000 (manufacturer number ID119915). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.