Recall 17V602 affects 58 2015-2016 C&M Cargo Trailer units for high side marker lamps. Repair is free at any franchised C&M dealer.
C&M is recalling 58 2015-2016 Cargo Trailer units over 80 inches wide because the side marker lamps were mounted more than 60 inches high. The lamp placement makes it harder for other motorists to identify the trailer's correct length, increasing crash risk; C&M will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The side marker lamps on a 2015-2016 C&M Cargo Trailer are exterior lights that help other drivers see the trailer's outline from the side. On cargo trailers over 80 inches wide, those lamps must be mounted in the proper location so the trailer remains visible and compliant with federal lighting rules.
On the affected trailers, the side marker lamps were installed over 60 inches high. C&M traced the problem to a production change that began after a worker moved the lamp location from a compliant position to a non-compliant one. The lamps can still turn on, but their placement does not meet the required lighting standard for these wider trailers.
There is no warning sign before failure. This recall is about where the lamps were installed, so an owner is not expected to feel, hear, or smell a change while towing.
Who's affected?
| 2016 C&M Cargo Trailer | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2015 C&M Cargo Trailer | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 58 |
| 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?
Incorrect marker height can make the Cargo Trailer length harder for other motorists to judge, increasing crash risk around turns, lane changes, and passing. Use extra caution around traffic and schedule the correction soon. Repair is free at any franchised C&M dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 C&M Cargo Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised C&M dealer to schedule the free marker-lamp height correction.
- Bring the recall notice if C&M mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V602 when you call.
- Tow cautiously until the repair is complete, especially in low light, because other drivers need the marker lamps to judge trailer length.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a C&M technician inspects the side marker lamp placement and corrects the marker height so the trailer meets the lamp and reflective device standard. The repair is available now, and C&M covers the parts and labor under the recall. The work focuses on moving or adjusting the affected side markers mounted too high on 2015-2016 Cargo Trailer units, then confirming the marker position before the trailer is returned.
Timeline
| September 26, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 23, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 23, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| October 27, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 1, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V602?
Recall 17V602 covers 58 2015-2016 C&M Cargo Trailer units over 80 inches wide with side marker lamps mounted over 60 inches high. The trailers fail to meet FMVSS 108 lighting requirements, and C&M dealers will lower the markers for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 C&M Cargo Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V602. If it is, contact a C&M dealer or C&M customer service at 1-972-875-4528 to schedule the side marker lamp correction. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and C&M's remedy says dealers will correct the marker height free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk?
Other motorists can fail to identify the correct length of the trailer, increasing crash risk. The issue is tied to side marker lamps mounted too high on trailers over 80 inches wide, so the repair lowers the markers to the correct height.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V602000 |
|---|---|
| C&M customer service | 1-972-875-4528 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V602 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V602000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (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 May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →