Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V060000 Reported January 31, 2020

Fatigue cracks in frame

Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers · N/A · 305 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V060000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
305
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 31, 2020
Completion Rate
72.13

Defect Summary

Conel, llc dba mcelrath trailers (mcelrath trailers) is recalling certain 2016-2020 vx50-800 and vx30-800 trailers. the welded area of a structural joint of the trailer frame may crack from fatigue.

Safety Consequence

The cracked welds may affect the trailer's handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Mcelrath trailers will notify owners, and vermeer dealers will add additional trailer frame gussets to reinforce the welding area, free of charge. the recall began march 27, 2020. owners may contact mcelrath trailers customer service at 1-888-686-7278.

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 Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers dealer and reference recall ID 20V060000 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 20V060000

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

What is recall 20V060000?

NHTSA recall 20V060000 was issued by Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers on January 31, 2020. It addresses: Fatigue cracks in frame. The recall affects approximately 305 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Conel, Llc Dba Mcelrath Trailers dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V060000 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.