Question Was Asked By - Marshall L

Why Would a Trailer Hitch Come Detached From the Ball During Travel?

Question:

My wife was pulling a trailer with a horse in it and for some reason the trailer came off the ball. I had never heard of this happening until it happened to her. The ball is a 2 ball for a 2 coupling. How did this happen? I could see it if the locking collar was NOT in place. Any comments on this??

asked by: Marshall L

Expert Reply:

When you mention locking collar, I am led to believe that you might be describing a hammer blow-type coupler, like our part # 2B8. This type of coupler has the collar that would slide up securing the jaws of the coupler in place over the trailer ball. This collar is secured by a safety pin. If the pin is missing, this could explain why the coupler is coming open. If you have a standard latch-type coupler, it is possible that the latch mechanism is worn out or damaged. Depending on the manufacturer of the coupler, we offer some replacement parts you might be able to repair the coupler with.

expert reply by: Mike L

Products Referenced in This Question

HammerBlow A-Frame Trailer Coupler, 2" Ball (5,000 lbs)