Xl trailer/fmvss 224/label
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: certain trailers with the axles placed so that the back of the tire is more than 12 inches from the rear of the trailer fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss 224, "rear impact protection." these trailers are equipped with approved rear impact protection, but are not properly labeled. a label with the manufacturer's name and address, the letters dot, and the date manufactured needs to be placed on the forward facing surface of the horizontal guard 12 inches in from the right side.
Safety Consequence
If the designed placement of the axles allowed the tires to be greater than 12 inches away from the rear of the trailer with the adjustment of the suspension, the trailer was determined not to be a rear wheeled vehicle requiring dot approved rear impact protection with proper labeling.
Corrective Action
Owners will be sent the labels and instructions to apply the labels to the trailers.
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FAQ: Recall 00V399000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V399000?
NHTSA recall 00V399000 was issued by Xl Specialized Trailers, Inc. on November 29, 2000. It addresses: Xl trailer/fmvss 224/label. The recall affects approximately 421 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Xl Specialized Trailers, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V399000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.