How many recalls does the 2013 Mcelrath Trailers Vx75 Xcel have?

The 2013 Mcelrath Trailers Vx75 Xcel has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2013 Mcelrath Trailers Vx75 Xcel has an open recall?

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2013 Mcelrath Trailers Vx75 Xcel Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2013 Mcelrath Trailers Vx75 Xcel has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 31 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 23V008000 2023-01-13 31 affected

Defect

Gratimax, LLC (Gratimax) is recalling certain 2013-2023 McElrath Trailers VX75 Xcel vacuum excavator trailers. The design of the rear impact guard resulted in the incorrect placement of the taillights. In addition, the guard may fail to prevent a vehicle from traveling under the trailer during a rear impact crash. …

Consequence

Incorrect placement of the taillights may reduce the visibility of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash. During a crash, a vehicle that travels under the rear of the trailer increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will reposition the taillights and modify the rear impact guard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2023. Owners may contact Gratimax customer service at 1-864-814-2220. Gratimax's number for this recall is 21434.

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 2013 Mcelrath Trailers Vx75 Xcel as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.