NHTSA recall,
Light Boy GBX12SK Light Towers
Light towers can detach during towing, becoming a road hazard.
Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice
What happened
Light Boy America, Inc (Light Boy) is recalling certain 2020 Light Boy GBX12SK light towers. The trailer frame may bend at the tow bar, causing the light tower to detach. A detach light tower can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. The recall was reported to NHTSA on September 1, 2026, and affects 12 vehicles nationwide.
Dealers will install a new bracket or a reinforcement cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by October 31, 2026.
What to do
If you own a vehicle in this recall:
- Check your VIN (vehicle identification number) at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Dealers will install a new bracket or a reinforcement cover, free of charge.
- Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by October 31, 2026. You may contact Light Boy customer service at 1-800-421-1244.
- Watch your mail. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by October 31, 2026.
What you get Free repair
Full text from NHTSA
Dealers will install a new bracket or a reinforcement cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by October 31, 2026. Owners may contact Light Boy customer service at 1-800-421-1244.
Is your Light BOY affected?
These models and years may be affected.
- GBX12SK, model years
Your VIN confirms it. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard or on your registration card.
Check your VIN on nhtsa.gov (opens in a new tab)Recall details
- Reported to NHTSA
- Sold in
- Nationwide
- Manufacturer
- Light Boy America,Inc
- Component
- Vehicle structure defect
- Campaign
- 26V564000
- Vehicles affected
- 12
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-800-421-1244
Timeline
Reported to NHTSA
Listed on Recall Canary
Summary updated
