2015–2017 Mcelrath Trailers VX30-800, 2015–2017 Mcelrath Trailers VX50-800 Recall: Frame on the trailers may deform at the transition of straight and angled…
NHTSA campaign 17V489000 · Structure · filed Aug 3, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers (McElrath Trailers) is recalling certain 2015-2017 VX30-800 and VX50-800 trailers. The frame on the trailers may deform at the transition of straight and angled lateral portions, possibly resulting in the trailer neck separating from the rear portion of the trailer.
The risk
If the trailer neck separates from the rear of the trailer there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
McElrath has notified owners, and dealers will add bracing to the trailer to reduce deflection in the side rails and tongue area, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2017. Owners may contact McElrath Trailers customer service at 1-864-814-2220. McElrath's number for this recall is VSB 154.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mcelrath Trailers | VX30-800 | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| Mcelrath Trailers | VX50-800 | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V489000 (manufacturer number VSB 154). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.