The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V793000·Announced 2019-11-05

McElrath Trailers Recalls 2014-2019 VX Models for Missing Reflectors

McElrath Trailers is recalling 2014-2019 VX trailers because side marker LED lights may lack required reflex reflectors, reducing visibility.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (reduced visibility increasing crash risk) where no specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers is recalling certain 2014-2019 VX trailers. The recall addresses a defect where the side marker LED lights may be missing reflex reflectors. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The lack of reflex reflectors can reduce the trailer's visibility to other road users, which increases the risk of a crash. A total of 1,031 vehicles are affected by this recall.

McElrath Trailers will notify owners, and dealers will install separate reflex reflectors on the sides and rear of the trailer free of charge. The recall began on January 3, 2020. 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 VX
Brand
MCELRATH TRAILERS
Manufacturer
Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
1,031

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)

  • VX

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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