NHTSA Recall 19V055000
Filed by Stoughton Trailers, LLC. Component: Trailer Hitches. Reported 2019-01-28. An estimated 2,384 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
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.
Risk
A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
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.