Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V339000 Reported May 22, 2018

Weld joint failure on front a-frame

Q: What is recall 18V339000?

NHTSA recall 18V339000 was issued by Columbia Northwest, Inc. on May 22, 2018. It addresses: Weld joint failure on front a-frame. The recall affects approximately 50 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Columbia Northwest, Inc. · N/A · 50 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18V339000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Columbia Northwest, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 22, 2018

Completion Rate

80.00

Defect Summary

Columbia northwest, inc. (columbia northwest) is recalling certain 2016-2017 somerset chesapeake and somerset newport recreational trailers. a weld on the front a-frame bars may fail, possibly allowing the front of the trailer to drop while being towed.

Safety Consequence

If the front of the trailer drops while being towed, it may contact the road, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Columbia northwest will notify owners and dealers will install steel supports welded to the joints identified on the front of the frame, free of charge. The recall began june 18, 2018. owners may contact columbia northwest customer service at 1-724-237-5227.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Columbia Northwest, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 18V339000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 18V339000

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

What is recall 18V339000?

NHTSA recall 18V339000 was issued by Columbia Northwest, Inc. on May 22, 2018. It addresses: Weld joint failure on front a-frame. The recall affects approximately 50 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Columbia Northwest, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V339000 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.