Mcelrath Trailers 818I (2017) – 18V182000

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

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard