Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MCELRATH TRAILERS
Model Of Vehicle
VX50-800
Year
2017
Recall Campaign Number
17V489000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
If The Trailer Neck Separates From The Rear Of The Trailer There Would Be An Increased Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers
Start Of Manufacture
20151021
End Of Manufacture
20170111
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
105
Date Owners Notified
20170919
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers
Date Report Received
20170803
Make Campaign Number
VSB 154