Defect Description For Recall
Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers (Mcelrath Trailers) Is Recalling Certain 2013-2018 818I, 2017-2018 Vx50-800, Vx30-800, Vx50-800Lt, And Vx30-800Lt Trailers. A Weld On The Trailer Neck May Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
MCELRATH TRAILERS
Model Of Vehicle
818I
Year
2017
Recall Campaign Number
18V182000
Component Description
Structure
Effect Of Defect
Failure Of This Weld In The Neck Portion Of The Trailer Could Result In Instability Of The Trailer Causing A Loss Of Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Mcelrath Trailers Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Install Reinforcements To The Hitch Area Of The Trailer Frame, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 3, 2018. Owners May Contact Mcelrath Trailers Customer Service At 1-864-814-2220.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers
Start Of Manufacture
20130101
End Of Manufacture
20180315
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
272
Date Owners Notified
20180503
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers
Date Report Received
20180319