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- SUSPENSION
- Problem
- Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain 2017-2018 DAVW and DVW 285S dry van single-axle trailers. The outside welds that attach the front suspension hangers to the subframe may crack, allowing the front hanger to detach.
- Risk
- If the hangers detach, the axle assemblies will break loose from the trailer causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Stoughton will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front hanger for cracks, repairing them as necessary. Dealers will also install gussets inside the subframe, free of charge. The recall began on July 17, 2017. Owners may contact Stoughton customer service at 1-608-873-2500.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2017-2018 Stoughton DAVW and DVW 285S dry van single-axle trailers have outside welds that attach the front suspension hangers to the subframe, which may crack. If a hanger detaches, the axle assemblies can break loose from the trailer, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Stoughton will notify affected owners. Dealers will inspect the front hanger for cracks and repair any they find, and will install gussets inside the subframe at no cost to you. The recall began on July 17, 2017.
If you own an affected trailer, contact Stoughton customer service at 1-608-873-2500 or check your VIN for open recalls, and schedule the free inspection and repair at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Stoughton Davw | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| Stoughton DVW | 20172018 |