McElrath Trailers Recalls 2015-2017 VX30-800 and VX50-800 Models for Frame Defect
McElrath Trailers is recalling 2015-2017 VX30-800 and VX50-800 trailers because the frame may deform, potentially causing the trailer neck to separate from the rear.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (frame deformation leading to separation) which poses a significant risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers is recalling certain 2015-2017 VX30-800 and VX50-800 trailers. The recall addresses a defect where the frame may deform at the transition of straight and angled lateral portions. This deformation could result in the trailer neck separating from the rear portion of the trailer.
If the trailer neck separates from the rear of the trailer, there is an increased risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.
McElrath has notified owners, and dealers will add bracing to the trailer to reduce deflection in the side rails and tongue area, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2017. Owners may contact McElrath Trailers customer service at 1-864-814-2220 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- MCELRATH TRAILERS VX30-800, VX50-800
- Brand
- MCELRATH TRAILERS
- Manufacturer
- Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers
- Category
- Vehicle — Trailers
- Affected units
- 105
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- VX30-800
- VX50-800
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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