Stoughton Recall 20V596000: Suspension

NHTSA recall 20V596000 · announced September 29, 2020 · filed by Stoughton Trailers, Llc · 2,484 units affected

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.

What to do

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.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2016 Stoughton Dvw
• 2017 Stoughton Dvw
• 2018 Stoughton Dvw
• 2019 Stoughton Dvw

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.