Barrett P recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 8, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Stoughton Trailers, LLC recalls 2015–2016 Barrett P

Recall number

16V072000

Brand / firm

Barrett

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 10 units

Why it was recalled

If the trailer is loaded past 25,000lbs, the upper coupler may fail causing separation of the trailer from the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Barrett P gooseneck trailers manufactured July 1, 2014, to December 31, 2015. The affected trailers have an Upper Coupler Section with a Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR) of 25,000lbs, however the trailer has an assigned Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of over 25,000lbs.

What to do

Stoughton will notify owners and depending on the trailer GVWR, dealers will either replace the upper coupler slide-in inner tube or the trailers will need to be returned to the manufacturer to have the upper coupler replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact Stoughton customer service at 1-608-873-2500.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.