The contact owns a 2011 Timpte Trailer. The contact stated that when the vehicle was purchased, the VIN decal stated that the trailer had an 8,000-pound axle weight capacity; however, the contact became aware that the trailer had a 7,000-pound axle weight capacity. The dealer was contacted and stated that an 8,000-pound axle trailer could carry the same weight as a 7,000-axle trailer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
- NHTSA ID
- 11750587
- Incident
- May 15, 2026