Recall 15V622 covers 34 Snake River 2015-2016 Horse Trailer trailers with 3500lb torsion axle welds that can fail. Axle replacement is free.
Snake River is recalling 34 2015-2016 Horse Trailer units because the weld securing the torsion arm assembly can fail, allowing the tire, wheel, hub, and torsion arm to separate from the trailer. That separation reduces stability and increases crash risk; Snake River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The torsion axle under a 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer supports the trailer and lets the wheels move as the trailer travels over bumps. Its torsion arm is part of that axle assembly. The arm holds the hub, wheel, and tire in position, so the weld that secures it has to carry road load without shifting or cracking.
On affected Horse Trailer trailers equipped with 3500 lb capacity torsion axles, the welds did not penetrate the steel correctly. That weak weld can fail at the torsion arm and axle beam. If it lets go, the tire, wheel, hub, and torsion arm can separate from the trailer.
The warning sign is visible. Look for damaged torsion arm welds, a tire that looks crooked, or a wheel that tilts instead of sitting straight.
Who's affected?
Covers both listed model years with the same rear suspension component.
| 2015 Snake River Horse Trailer | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2016 Snake River Horse Trailer | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 34 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the torsion arm separates, the trailer can lose stability and the crash risk increases. Check for cracked or separated welds, a crooked tire, or a tire tilted away from straight alignment. Stop using the trailer and call the dealer if you see those signs. Repair is free at any franchised Snake River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Snake River customer service at 1-208-459-8344 to schedule the free replacement axle repair that fixes the torsion-arm weld failure.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 15V622 when you call.
- Tow cautiously until the axle is replaced. Leave extra distance and stop if the trailer feels unstable.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Snake River technician replaces the affected torsion axle with a replacement axle supplied by the axle manufacturer. The axle and the labor needed to install it are free under the recall. Snake River has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for an axle repair covered by this recall. Bring repair orders and proof of payment to the service desk, or contact Snake River customer service with that paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 30, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| September 30, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 2, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| November 20, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 30, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V622?
Recall 15V622 covers 34 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer units equipped with 3,500 lb torsion axles. The weld securing the torsion arm assembly can fail, allowing the tire, wheel, hub, and torsion arm to separate. The replacement axle and labor are free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 15V622. If it is, contact Snake River customer service at 1-208-459-8344 and reference recall 15V622. The repair replaces the affected axle at no cost.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and recall 15V622 states that the axle manufacturer supplies the replacement axle and covers the labor needed to install it.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk in recall 15V622 is reduced trailer stability if the torsion arm separates from the axle assembly. That separation increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free axle replacement before regular use.
What if I bought the Horse Trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer is included, then call Snake River customer service with recall 15V622.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V622000 |
|---|---|
| Snake River customer service | 1-208-459-8344 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V622 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V622000 |
Source documents
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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 May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →