MANAC 2014 MANAC DARKWING ALUMINUM Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2014 MANAC DARKWING ALUMINUM
Brand
MANAC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2014
MANAC Trailers USA, Inc. is recalling certain 2014 MANAC DARKWING ALUMINUM vehicles due to structure issues. If the coupling plate separates from the trailer, the trailer could disconnect from the towing vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Manac Trailers USA, Inc. (MANAC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Darkwing Aluminum Flatbed 5 or 8 axle trailers manufactured May 19, 2014 to June 5, 2015. The affected trailers may have cracks in the structural web connected to the coupling plate of the trailer below the cross-member, which could ultimately result in separation of the coupling plate from the trailer.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the coupling plate separates from the trailer, the trailer could disconnect from the towing vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
MANAC has notified owners, and dealers will install a new coupling plate and repair all cracked frame webs, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact MANAC customer service at 1-800-361-7900.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026