How many recalls does the 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 have?

The 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 has an open recall?

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2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 410 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

STRUCTURE 20V060000 2020-01-31 305 affected

Defect

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.

Remedy

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.

STRUCTURE 17V489000 2017-08-03 105 affected

Defect

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.

Consequence

If the trailer neck separates from the rear of the trailer there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2016 Mcelrath Trailers Vx50-800 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.