Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V590000 Reported September 5, 2018

Dump trailer hinge weld fracture

Q: What is recall 18V590000?

NHTSA recall 18V590000 was issued by Fabform Industries, Inc. on September 5, 2018. It addresses: Dump trailer hinge weld fracture. The recall affects approximately 118 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.

Fabform Industries, Inc. · N/A · 118 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18V590000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Fabform Industries, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

118

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 5, 2018

Completion Rate

90.60

Defect Summary

Fabform industries, inc. (fabform) is recalling certain 2017-2018 fabform power tilt dump trailers. the hinges welded on the bottom frame may fracture and the dump box may unexpectedly fall.

Safety Consequence

If the dump box falls unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury or death.

Corrective Action

Fabform will notify owners, and dealers will install gussets with reinforced welds to the existing hinges, free of charge. the recall began on september 13, 2018. owners may contact fabform customer service at 1-541-679-2920.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Fabform Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 18V590000 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 18V590000

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

What is recall 18V590000?

NHTSA recall 18V590000 was issued by Fabform Industries, Inc. on September 5, 2018. It addresses: Dump trailer hinge weld fracture. The recall affects approximately 118 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Fabform Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V590000 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.