MCELRATH TRAILERS 2018 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX50-800 Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX50-800
Brand
MCELRATH TRAILERS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers is recalling certain 2018 MCELRATH TRAILERS VX50-800 vehicles due to structure issues. Failure of this weld in the neck portion of the trailer could result in instability of the trailer causing a loss of control, increasing the risk of a.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Conel, LLC dba McElrath Trailers (McElrath Trailers) is recalling certain 2013-2018 818I, 2017-2018 VX50-800, VX30-800, VX50-800LT, and VX30-800LT trailers. A weld on the trailer neck may fail.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Failure of this weld in the neck portion of the trailer could result in instability of the trailer causing a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
McElrath Trailers will notify owners and dealers will install reinforcements to the hitch area of the trailer frame, free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2018. Owners may contact McElrath Trailers customer service at 1-864-814-2220.
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