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Vehicle recall 17V489000 · August 3, 2017

Mcelrath Trailers VX30-800 and VX50-800

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…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
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.
Consequence
If the trailer neck separates from the rear of the trailer there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
17V489000
Reported to NHTSA
August 3, 2017
Filed by
Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers
Manufacturer campaign
VSB 154
Owner notification
September 19, 2017
Vehicles potentially affected
105
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Structure › Frame and members
Recall 17V489000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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