2017 Manac Extendable Steel Dropdeck, 2013–2018 Manac Steel Dropdeck, 2018 Manac Steel Flatbed Recall: Lashing chains may break which can allow the cargo to slide or tip during…
NHTSA campaign 18V372000 · Structure · filed Jun 5, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Manac Inc. (Manac) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Steel Dropdeck, 2017 Extendable Steel Dropdeck, and 2018 Steel Flatbed trailers equipped with steel side rails and lashing chains. The lashing chains may break which can allow the cargo to slide or tip during transit.
The risk
Broken lashing chains can allow the cargo to slide or tip, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Manac will notify owners and dealers will install an aluminum shim under the floor between the tie-down extrusion and the siderail, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2018. Owners may contact Manac customer service at 1-800-361-7900.
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 | Extendable Steel Dropdeck | 2017 |
| Manac | Steel Dropdeck | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Manac | Steel Flatbed | 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V372000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.