Recall 14V785 affects 19 2012-2015 Tishomingo Quarter Frame dump trailers for draft-arm cracking or breakage. Repair is free at any franchised Tishomingo dealer.
Tishomingo is recalling 19 2012-2015 Quarter Frame dump trailers because the draft arm can crack or break. If that arm breaks, the trailer can contribute to loss of vehicle control and raise crash risk; Tishomingo dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The draft arm on 2012-2015 Tishomingo Quarter Frame dump trailers is a structural member in the trailer frame. It helps carry the load between the trailer body, the front frame area, and the parts that take stress during hauling and dumping. The gusset is a reinforcement plate that supports that arm at a high-stress point.
On affected trailers, the draft arm can crack or break near the gusset area. Warranty reports described broken draft arms and visible cracks on work-site trailers. The replacement draft arm uses a reinforcement gusset that extends over a larger portion of the arm, which gives that section more support.
Owners can notice cracking in the draft arm during inspection before the arm breaks. Visible cracking is the warning sign. If the trailer keeps being used after cracks appear, the draft arm can break and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2012-2015 model years, all involving the same body or structural component.
| 2015 Tishomingo Quarter Frame | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2012 Tishomingo Quarter Frame | body or structural component |
| 2014 Tishomingo Quarter Frame | body or structural component |
| 2013 Tishomingo Quarter Frame | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 19 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
A broken draft arm can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. Cracking in the draft arm is a warning sign visible during inspection. If you see cracking, stop using the vehicle and call the dealer for repair guidance. Repair is free at any franchised Tishomingo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2015 Tishomingo Quarter Frame trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Tishomingo dealer to schedule the free draft-arm replacement that fixes the crack or break risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Tishomingo mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V785 when you call.
- Tow cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop using the trailer if the draft arm shows cracks or damage.
- Call Tishomingo customer service at 1-800-255-4345 with repair questions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Tishomingo technician replaces the draft arm covered by the recall. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for a related draft arm repair, Tishomingo's standard reimbursement plan covers documented costs that qualify for repayment. Keep your repair invoices and contact Tishomingo customer service or ask the service desk for the reimbursement claim steps when you arrange the repair.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 10, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 16, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
| December 19, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 19, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 29, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V785?
Recall 14V785 covers 19 2012-2015 Tishomingo Quarter Frame dump trailers with a draft arm that can crack or break. If the draft arm breaks, the driver can lose vehicle control, increasing crash risk. Tishomingo will replace the draft arm for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2015 Tishomingo Quarter Frame is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 14V785. If it is, contact Tishomingo customer service at 1-800-255-4345 and reference recall 14V785. Tishomingo will replace the draft arm free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V785, Tishomingo will replace the affected draft arm free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle control if the trailer's draft arm breaks. The official recall consequence ties that failure to increased crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free draft-arm replacement through Tishomingo.
What if I bought this trailer used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. If you never received Tishomingo's notice, check your VIN and call Tishomingo customer service with recall number 14V785.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V785000 |
|---|---|
| Tishomingo customer service | 1-800-255-4345 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V785 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V785000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →