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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V489000

2017 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 | 2015 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 | 2017 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2015 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 — Structure: frame and members

Published August 7, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 3, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V489000, published August 7, 2017 and initiated August 3, 2017. Recalling firm: Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers; 2017 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 | 2015 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 | 2017 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2015 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 — Structure: frame and members.

What's the hazard

Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers (McElrath Trailers) is recalling certain 2015-2017 VX30-800 and VX50-800 trailers. The frame on the trailers may deform at the transition of straight and angled lateral portions, possibly resulting in the trailer neck separating from the rear portion of the trailer.

What to do

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. McElrath's number for this recall is VSB 154.

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Recall details

Brand
MCELRATH TRAILERS
Model
VX30-800
Manufacturer
Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers
Lot
2017 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX30-800 | 2015 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX50-800 | 2016 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX50-800 | 2016 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX30-800 | 2017 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX50-800 | 2015 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX30-800
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 | 2015 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 | 2017 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 | 2015 Mcelrath Trailers Vx30-800 — Structure: frame and members recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V489000 on August 7, 2017. Reported hazard: Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers (McElrath Trailers) is recalling certain 2015-2017 VX30-800 and VX50-800 trailers. The frame on the trailers may deform at the transition of straight and angled lateral portions, possibly resulting in the trailer neck separating from the rear portion of the trailer.

What should I do if I have this product?

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. McElrath's number for this recall is VSB 154.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MCELRATH TRAILERS. Model: VX30-800.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)