SMITTYBILT 2017 SMITTYBILT SCOUT Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 SMITTYBILT SCOUT
Brand
SMITTYBILT
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
TAP Worldwide, LLC is recalling certain 2017 SMITTYBILT SCOUT vehicles due to equipment:other:labels issues. The missing labels can result in the user overloading the trailer causing a loss of control, thereby increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
TAP Worldwide, LLC (TAP) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Smittybilt SCOUT trailer kits, sold with tires and wheels included in the kit (SKU number 87400). These trailer kits were sold without the required labeling for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), and cargo capacity statements. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The missing labels can result in the user overloading the trailer causing a loss of control, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
TAP will notify owners and will provide the missing labels, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.
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