Stoughton DVW: Trailer hitches

Date

Jan. 28, 2019

Filed by

Stoughton Trailers, LLC

Vehicles

Stoughton DVW (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)

Component

Trailer Hitches

Description of the defect

Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain 2016-2019 DVW trailers. The forward attachment points for the pintle mounting assembly may crack, leading to the detachment of the pintle assembly from the trailer and therefore detaching the trailer in tow.

Potentially affected

2384

What can happen

A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Stoughton will notify owners, and dealers will repair the cracks and reinforce the mounting, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Stoughton customer service at 1-608-873-2580.

Recall 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.

Owner notification date

March 25, 2019

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

19V055000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.