ATC Recalls PL700 and PL750 Trailers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Risk

Source: NHTSA · United States

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Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) is recalling over 1,000 recreational trailers because generator exhaust can enter the cabin, posing a serious carbon monoxide hazard.

What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 3, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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What Happened

Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) is recalling certain recreational trailers due to a design flaw in the generator exhaust system. The exhaust is currently vented directly beneath the slide-out bedroom area, which allows carbon monoxide gas to enter the cabin living space.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects approximately 1,092 units in total. The following models and years are included:

  • ATC PL700: Model years 2023, 2024, and 2025
  • ATC PL750: Model years 2024, 2025, and 2026

What You Should Do

Owners of the affected trailers are advised to contact ATC customer service at 1-877-441-2440. Authorized dealers will reroute the generator exhaust and install an additional carbon monoxide detector at no cost to the consumer. Official owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by April 20, 2026.

Why This Matters

Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas. The presence of exhaust fumes inside the cabin significantly increases the risk of serious injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.

Source

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under Campaign Number 26V140000.

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) is recalling over 1,000 recreational trailers because generator exhaust can enter the cabin, posing a serious carbon monoxide hazard.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
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