Conel dba McElrath Trailers (McElrath Trailers) is recalling certain 2016-2020 VX50-800 and VX30-800 trailers. The welded area of a structural joint of the trailer frame may crack from fatigue.
Conel dba McElrath Trailers – Fatigue Cracks in Frame
| Report Received Date | 01/31/2020 |
| NHTSA ID | 20V060000 |
| Consequence Summary | The cracked welds may affect the trailer's handling, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | McElrath Trailers will notify owners, and Vermeer dealers will add additional trailer frame gussets to reinforce the welding area, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2020. Owners may contact McElrath Trailers customer service at 1-888-686-7278. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 305 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V060000) |
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