NHTSA Recall 05V508000: Suspension
STOUGHTON TRAILERS, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 72 vehicles. It affects 2004–2005 Stoughton Van Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V508000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | November 3, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain 53' aluminum smooth side van trailers equipped with tuthill trailer suspensions, models 20/22 and rs3162. The beam/axle pivot connection joint is mis-aligned causing excessive play with the trailer allowing the trailer to wander.
Safety risk
A vehicle crash can occur should the trailer wander without notice.
Remedy
Stoughton is working with tuthill to notify the owners of the affected vehicles and provide free remedy. Owners may contact tuthill at 800-753-0025 or stoughton at 1-608-873-2500.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V508000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.