NHTSA recall 18V339000
Structure
Somerset Chesapeake and 1 more
Reported May 22, 201850 vehicles affectedColumbia Northwest, Inc.Built Feb 25, 2016 – Jun 21, 2016
The defect
Columbia Northwest, Inc. (Columbia Northwest) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Somerset Chesapeake and Somerset Newport recreational trailers. A weld on the front A-frame bars may fail, possibly allowing the front of the trailer to drop while being towed.
The risk
If the front of the trailer drops while being towed, it may contact the road, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Columbia Northwest will notify owners and dealers will install steel supports welded to the joints identified on the front of the frame, free of charge. The recall began June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Columbia Northwest customer service at 1-724-237-5227.