Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating reports that a certain utility trailer may be sold with undersized or improperly configured safety chains that do not adequately match the trailers’ advertised weight ratings.
What Consumers Report
Consumers report:
- Safety chains appearing undersized.
- Chain hooks that do not fit standard receiver loops.
- Having to purchase adapters or replacement chains.
- Factory-installed chains that cannot easily be replaced.
- Concerns that chains do not match advertised GVWR.
Why Consumers Should Be Concerned
Safety chains are intended to prevent trailer separation if the hitch fails. Undersized chains or incompatible hardware may reduce safety during towing and require owners to incur additional costs.
Potential claims may include:
- Product defect
- Failure to meet safety standards
- False advertising
- Breach of implied warranty
- Consumer protection violations
Signs You May Be Affected
You may be affected if:
- You purchased a utility trailer.
- The supplied safety chains appeared undersized.
- Chain hooks would not attach properly.
- You replaced the factory safety chains.
- Your trailer’s safety equipment differed from advertised specifications.
If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520.