2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER
The 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM, STEERING. The most commonly reported problem area is the Trailer Hitches (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER, potentially affecting up to 106 vehicles.
Recall 21V501000 — STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
| 53 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 21V501000 — STEERING
| 53 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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.
Safety Rating for the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER
- 2017 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER — 0 complaints
- 2018 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER — 0 complaints
- 2019 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER — 0 complaints
- 2020 MAC TRAILERS DUMP TRAILER (current)
Other MAC TRAILERS Models
- MAC TRAILERS WASTE TRAILER — 2 total complaints