2008–2011 Hitch-Hiker Food Concession Trailer Recall: In the affected trailers, the axle may break allowing the arm, spindle…
NHTSA campaign 13V107000 · Suspension · filed Mar 25, 2013 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Hitch-Hiker Mfg., Inc. (Hitch Hiker) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 food concession trailers equipped with GKN brand axles. In the affected trailers, the axle may break allowing the arm, spindle, hub, wheel and tire to separate.
The risk
If the trailer is being towed and the axle breaks it may increase 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
Hitch-Hiker will notify owners and replace the axles. The recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hitch-Hiker at 1-330-542-3052.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hitch-Hiker | Food Concession Trailer | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 13V107000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.