2016–2018 Trail King Dolly Trailer Recall: Dolly frame channel may crack near the center cross members
NHTSA campaign 18V495000 · Structure · filed Jul 27, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Trail King Industries, Inc. (Trail King) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Trail King Dolly trailers. The dolly frame channel may crack near the center cross members.
The risk
If the frame channel cracks completely it can cause the frame rail to separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
Trail King has notified owners, and dealers will reinforce the frame channel to prevent cracking, free of charge. The recall began August 15, 2018. Owners may contact Trail King customer service at 1-800-843-3324. Trail King's number for this recall is TK201801.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Trail King | Dolly Trailer | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V495000 (manufacturer number TK201801). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.