The contact owns a 2020 El Lamar Dump Trailer equipped with a Demco Hitch. The contact stated upon dumping a load of graveling on the trailer, he heard a loud banging sound and he noticed that the hitch fractured, causing the trailer to roll down and crash into the escalator it was attached to. The dealer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to take the hitch to their location so they could ship it to the manufacturer for testing. The contact stated the dealer replaced the hitch with a standard locking hitch. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the dealer that no issues were found upon testing the hitch. The approximate Trailer failure mileage was 1000. The approximate Demco Hitch failure mileage was 1000.
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Recalls 1
Steering
- What is wrong
- Mac Trailer Mfg., Inc. (Mac Trailer) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Dump trailers equipped with Ingersoll Smart-Steer self steer axles. The steering arm may detach from the steering knuckle during certain low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers.
- Risk
- A detached steering arm may cause a loss of steering control. In addition, attachment hardware may fall and become a road hazard. Both of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the steering arm and apply welds, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed on September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Mac Trailer customer service at 1‑330‑823‑9900.
Recall number 21V501000 · Recall details
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Is the 2020 Mac Trailers Dump Trailer reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2020 Mac Trailers Dump Trailer, close to a typical Dump Trailer model year.
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How many recalls does the 2020 Mac Trailers Dump Trailer have?
1 recall, covering steering.
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