2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE
Posted on: 2018-03-21
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact mcelrath trailers customer service at 1-864-814-2220.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE
Posted on: 2020-02-03
Description
Conel, llc dba mcelrath trailers (mcelrath trailers) is recalling certain 2016-2020 vx50-800 and vx30-800 trailers. The welded area of a structural joint of the trailer frame may crack from fatigue.
Consequence
The cracked welds may affect the trailer's handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mcelrath trailers will notify owners, and vermeer dealers will add additional trailer frame gussets to reinforce the welding area, free of charge. The recall began march 27, 2020. Owners may contact mcelrath trailers customer service at 1-888-686-7278.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.