2016 STOUGHTON DVW Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 STOUGHTON DVW has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to structural components and braking systems based on recall data. No complaints have been formally recorded.
Five recalls address defects affecting the trailer hitch, frame and suspension structure, and air service brake systems. These recalls involve component fatigue and potential failures increasing crash risk, all with free repairs or remedies provided by the manufacturer.
Recalls- Trailer hitches. NHTSA Recall 19V055000 affects 2,384 units. The forward attachment points for the pintle mounting assembly may crack, causing the assembly to detach from the trailer. This detachment can cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle, raising crash risk. Stoughton will repair and reinforce the mount points free of charge.
- Frame and members. Recall 20V596000 covers 2,484 trailers. A rear pintle hook mounting assembly and rear suspension hangers welded to a channel suspension sub-frame may develop cracks. These cracks can cause the rear suspension hangers to break off, increasing crash hazards. Repairs include addressing fatigue cracks and adding reinforcements at no cost.
- Suspension. Included in Recall 20V596000, the rear suspension may become detached due to sub-frame cracking. Stoughton will fix the issue with reinforcements and crack repairs free of charge.
- Service brakes, air supply reservoir/tank. Recall 16V338000 affects 2,657 trailers manufactured from 2015 to 2017. Certain Bendix SR5 spring brake valves may be improperly machined, causing parking brake chamber failure. A failed parking brake chamber may allow the trailer to roll away when parked, posing crash or injury risk. Stoughton provides a remedy kit with installation instructions free of charge.
- Service brakes, air supply check valve. Also part of Recall 16V338000, issues with improperly machined Bendix SR5 valves affect the air supply check valve, risking parking brake failure. The manufacturer will send free repair kits for affected trailers.
Owners facing repeated repairs or dealing with safety-related recall issues on the 2016 STOUGHTON DVW may have rights under state lemon laws. Consulting an attorney familiar with consumer protection and vehicle safety defects is advisable for unresolved concerns.
2016 STOUGHTON DVW Summary
2016
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
7525
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2016 STOUGHTON DVW
2484 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION
Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain 2016-2019 DVW trailers with a specific rear pintle hook mounting assembly and rear suspension hangers welded to a channel suspension sub-frame. The sub-frame may crack around the area where the hangers are welded.
Risk: The rear suspension hangers can break away from the sub-frame and become detached from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 STOUGHTON DVW
2384 vehicles affected
TRAILER HITCHES
Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain 2016-2019 DVW trailers. The forward attachment points for the pintle mounting assembly may crack, leading to the detachment of the pintle assembly from the trailer and therefore detaching the trailer in tow.
Risk: A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
2016 STOUGHTON DVW
2657 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 trailers manufactured March 13, 2014, to April 28, 2016, equipped with certain Bendix SR5 spring brake valves. These valves may have been improperly machined which may cause the parking brake chamber to fail while the trailer is parked.
Risk: If the parking brake chamber fails while the trailer is parked, the trailer may roll away, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Complaints
No complaints found.