StructureRecall 13V-025 · 2009–2011 Stoughton AHV
Stoughton Trailers, LLC recall 13V-025 covers 1,115 2009–2011 Stoughton AHV for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on January 24, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V025000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Stoughton Trailers is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 AHV grain hauler/ag hopper trailers produced December 17, 2007, through October 28, 2010. These trailers may develop fatigue cracks in the lower rail of the frame structure and/or in the front attachment of the suspension subframe channels.
The risk
Structural cracks could eventually compromise the structure and lead to failure. This could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Stoughton Trailers will notify owners and will replace the suspension subframe front attachments as well as the crossmember assembly forward of the front hopper, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2013. Owners may contact Stoughton Trailers at 1-608-873-2555.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 17, 2007 to October 28, 2010. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.