The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·19V055000·Announced 2019-01-28

Stoughton Recalls 2016-2019 DVW Trailers Due to Cracking Hitch Points

Stoughton is recalling 2016-2019 DVW trailers because the forward attachment points for the pintle mounting assembly may crack, potentially causing the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (cracking attachment points) that leads to trailer detachment, which the source text states increases the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

Stoughton Trailers, LLC is recalling certain 2016-2019 DVW trailers. The recall addresses a defect where the forward attachment points for the pintle mounting assembly may crack. This cracking can lead to the detachment of the pintle assembly from the trailer, which in turn causes the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle while in tow.

A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle increases the risk of a crash. Stoughton will notify owners, and dealers will repair the cracks and reinforce the mounting free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2019.

Owners may contact Stoughton customer service at 1-608-873-2580. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
STOUGHTON DVW
Brand
STOUGHTON
Manufacturer
Stoughton Trailers, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
2,384

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 (1)

  • DVW

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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