Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V259000 Reported April 19, 2017

Cracked welds on the suspension front hangers

Stoughton Trailers, Llc · N/A · 4,188 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V259000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Stoughton Trailers, Llc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
4,188
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 19, 2017
Completion Rate
94.91

Defect Summary

Stoughton trailers, llc (stoughton) is recalling certain 2017-2018 davw and dvw 285s dry van single-axle trailers. the outside welds that attach the front suspension hangers to the subframe may crack, allowing the front hanger to detach.

Safety Consequence

If the hangers detach, the axle assemblies will break loose from the trailer causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Stoughton will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front hanger for cracks, repairing them as necessary. dealers will also install gussets inside the subframe, free of charge. the recall began on july 17, 2017. owners may contact stoughton customer service at 1-608-873-2500.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Stoughton Trailers, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 17V259000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V259000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17V259000?

NHTSA recall 17V259000 was issued by Stoughton Trailers, Llc on April 19, 2017. It addresses: Cracked welds on the suspension front hangers. The recall affects approximately 4,188 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Stoughton Trailers, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V259000 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.