NHTSA Recall 05V508000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V508000; Date: Nov. 3, 2005
A vehicle crash can occur should the trailer wander without notice.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Stoughton Van Trailer; 2005 Stoughton Van Trailer
Component: Suspension
Manufactured by: Stoughton Trailers, Llc
Affected Units:: 72
Recall Summary:
On certain 53' aluminum smooth side van trailers equipped with tuthill trailer suspensions, models 20/22 and rs3162. The beam/axle pivot connection joint is mis-aligned causing excessive play with the trailer allowing the trailer to wander.
How to Fix:
Stoughton is working with tuthill to notify the owners of the affected vehicles and provide free remedy. Owners may contact tuthill at 800-753-0025 or stoughton at 1-608-873-2500.
Recall Notes:
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
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