2016–2017 Manac Van Trailer Recall: Aluminum rivets that secure the external rub rails may fail, allowing the…
NHTSA campaign 17V157000 · Structure · filed Mar 9, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Manac Inc. (Manac) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Van Trailers. The aluminum rivets that secure the external rub rails may fail, allowing the rub rails to detach.
The risk
If the rub rail detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Manac will notify owners and dealers will replace the aluminum rivets with stainless steel rivets, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2017. Owners may contact Manac customer service at 1-418-228-2018.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Manac | Van Trailer | 2016, 2017 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V157000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.