2017 Stoughton DVW Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2017 Stoughton DVW problems

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Structure: frame and membersReported September 29, 2020 · 2,484 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain 2016-2019 DVW trailers with a specific rear pintle hook mounting assembly and rear suspension hangers welded to a channel suspension sub-frame. The sub-frame may crack around the area where the hangers are welded.
Risk: The rear suspension hangers can break away from the sub-frame and become detached from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Stoughton will notify owners and will repair the existing fatigue cracks and add reinforcements in the area of the rear hanger, free of charge. Owners may contact Stoughton customer service at 1‑352‑593‑5900.

Recall number 20V596000 · Recall details

Trailer hitchesReported January 28, 2019 · 2,384 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain 2016-2019 DVW trailers. The forward attachment points for the pintle mounting assembly may crack, leading to the detachment of the pintle assembly from the trailer and therefore detaching the trailer in tow.
Risk: A trailer that detaches from the tow vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Stoughton will notify owners, and dealers will repair the cracks and reinforce the mounting, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Stoughton customer service at 1‑608‑873‑2580.

Recall number 19V055000 · Recall details

SuspensionReported April 19, 2017 · 4,188 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain 2017-2018 DAVW and DVW 285S dry van single-axle trailers. The outside welds that attach the front suspension hangers to the subframe may crack, allowing the front hanger to detach.
Risk: If the hangers detach, the axle assemblies will break loose from the trailer causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Stoughton will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front hanger for cracks, repairing them as necessary. Dealers will also install gussets inside the subframe, free of charge. The recall began on July 17, 2017. Owners may contact Stoughton customer service at 1‑608‑873‑2500.

Recall number 17V259000 · Recall details

Is the 2017 Stoughton DVW reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2017 Stoughton DVW.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Stoughton DVW?

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How many recalls does the 2017 Stoughton DVW have?

3 recalls, covering structure, trailer hitches and suspension.

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