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Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Suspension & Steering

Nelson Trailers: 2018 CBC-40ST Trailer Recalled for Steering Arm Breakage

Agency Publication Date: August 4, 2023
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Summary

Nelson Trailers is recalling one 2018 CBC-40ST trailer equipped with a Dexter Smart-Steer Axle and a bolt-on steering arm. The steering arm on this specific trailer may break during low-speed maneuvers or when subjected to high side-loading forces. The affected trailer has already been repaired free of charge, but owners can contact the manufacturer for more information.

Risk

If the steering arm breaks, the steering arm and tie rod can separate from the vehicle and fall to the ground. This loss of steering control significantly increases the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Confirm if you own the specific 2018 Nelson Trailers CBC-40ST trailer equipped with a Dexter Smart-Steer Axle and bolt-on steering arm.
  2. Verify that the necessary repair has been completed by contacting Nelson Trailers customer service at 1-419-523-5321.
  3. If you have questions regarding the repair or this recall, contact Nelson Trailers at 1-419-523-5321.
  4. For additional information, you may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Free repair of the steering arm.

How to: The affected trailer has been repaired free of charge; contact Nelson customer service at 1-419-523-5321 to confirm or for more details.

Affected Products

Product: 2018 Nelson Trailers CBC-40ST
Part / Model:
CBC-40ST

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 23V552000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Nelson Trailers
Sold By: authorized dealers
Units Affected: 1 vehicles(1% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: October 25, 2022
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: December 7, 2023

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response