NHTSA Recall 17V473000: Structure
Lakota Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14 vehicles. It affects 2017–2018 Lakota Lakota.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V473000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | Non-LQ ext ramp |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | July 25, 2017 |
| Owner notification | August 10, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Lakota Corporation (Lakota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Lakota trailers. The rear external load ramp was not mounted with nuts and bolts in addition to being welded, possibly resulting in the ramp detaching from the trailer.
Safety risk
If the ramp detaches from the rear of trailer, it may be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Lakota will notify owners, and dealers will install bolts and nuts on each rear external ramp, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Lakota customer service at 1-574-848-1636. Lakota's number for this recall is Non-LQ ext ramp.
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 17V473000
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.