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NHTSA Recall 18V261000: Structure

Lakota Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 350 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Lakota Bighorn.

350
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2018
owners notified (May 18)
NHTSA campaign18V261000
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedApril 25, 2018
Owner notificationMay 18, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Lakota Corporation (Lakota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Bighorn, Charger, and Colt trailers. The bolts that secure the ramps on these trailers may come loose or break during use or while moving.

Safety risk

If the ramp loosens or detaches during use or while moving, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

Lakota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts with a different bolt, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Lakota Recall Help Desk IPO Lakota Customer Service at 1-574-848-1636.

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 18V261000

Make and modelModel years
Lakota Bighorn2018, 2019
Lakota Charger2018, 2019
Lakota Colt2018, 2019

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.