Structure: frame and membersRecall 20V-596 · 2016–2019 Stoughton DVW
Stoughton Trailers, LLC recall 20V-596 covers 2,484 2016–2019 Stoughton DVW for a structure: frame and members problem, reported to NHTSA on September 29, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q1) shows 65% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V596000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain 2016-2019 DVW trailers with a specific rear pintle hook mounting assembly and rear suspension hangers welded to a channel suspension sub-frame. The sub-frame may crack around the area where the hangers are welded.
The risk
The rear suspension hangers can break away from the sub-frame and become detached from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Stoughton will notify owners and will repair the existing fatigue cracks and add reinforcements in the area of the rear hanger, free of charge. Owners may contact Stoughton customer service at 1-352-593-5900.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
65%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.