2017 Carry-ON Trailer Dump, 2017 Carry-ON Trailer Enclosed, 2017 Carry-ON Trailer Utility Recall: Affected trailers use the Bright Way breakaway box number 2305 which has a…
NHTSA campaign 17V459000 · Service Brakes, Electric · filed Jul 19, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Carry-On Trailer Corp. (Carry-On Trailer) is recalling certain 2017 Utility, Dump, and Enclosed trailers equipped with electric brakes. The affected trailers use the Bright Way breakaway box number 2305 which has a push-to-test light that may remain lit at all times.
The risk
If push to test light remains lit for an extended period of time, the circuit board might fail causing the breakaway brakes to not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash if the trailer separates from the tow vehicle.
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
Carry-On Trailer has notified owners, and dealers will retrofit the previous version breakaway charger, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2017. Owners may contact Carry-On Trailer customer service at 1-706-356-5379.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Carry-ON Trailer | Dump | 2017 |
| Carry-ON Trailer | Enclosed | 2017 |
| Carry-ON Trailer | Utility | 2017 |
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V459000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.