NHTSA Recall 15V753000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)
Trails West Manufacturing Of Idaho, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 279 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Trails West Classic.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V753000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 13, 2015 |
| Owner notification | December 9, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc. (Trails West) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Santa Fe, Santa Fe II, Classic, Classic II, Sierra, Sierra II, Royale, Sierra Select, RPM BP, and Hot Shot trailers manufactured February 18, 2015, to August 25, 2015, and equipped with 3500lb-capacity torsion model axles. The weld that secures the torsion arm assembly may fail allowing the tire, wheel, hub, and torsion arm to separate from the trailer.
Safety risk
A separation of the torsion arm can result in a reduction in vehicle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Trails West will notify owners, and dealers will replace any suspect axles, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2015. Owners may contact Trails West customer service at 1-208-852-2200.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V753000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Trails West Classic | 2015, 2016 |
| Trails West Classic II | 2015, 2016 |
| Trails West Hot Shot | 2015, 2016 |
| Trails West Royale | 2015, 2016 |
| Trails West Santa FE II | 2015, 2016 |
| Trails West Sierra | 2015, 2016 |
| Trails West Sierra II | 2015, 2016 |
| Trails West Sierra Select | 2015, 2016 |
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.