Recall 18V466 affects 13 2018 Multiquip TRLR45H and TRLR70USH trailers for a collapsing center-mounted jack. Multiquip installs jack crossmember gussets free of charge.
Multiquip is recalling 13 2018 TRLR45H and TRLR70USH trailers because the center-mounted trailer jack can collapse after damage from excessive load on the trailer. A collapsed jack increases the risk of injury, and Multiquip dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The center-mounted trailer jack on the 2018 Multiquip TRLR45H and TRLR70USH supports the front of the trailer when it is not hitched to a tow vehicle. On these trailers, the jack is installed in the A-frame, the triangular front structure that carries tongue load into the trailer frame.
The problem is the cross-member that holds the center-mounted jack. These trailers were built with a custom center-jack layout instead of the standard driver-side jack position. During assembly review, Multiquip determined that rental-market use put more demand on that area, so the jack cross-member needed added gussets. Gussets are reinforcement plates that tie the cross-member into the A-frame and spread the load.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the trailer jack has been overloaded, the damaged structure can let the jack collapse unexpectedly.
Who's affected?
Covers both Multiquip trailer models from the 2018 model year, with the same body or structural component listed for each.
| 2018 Multiquip TRLR45H | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2018 Multiquip TRLR70USH | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 13 |
| 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?
A center-mounted jack that collapses can let the trailer drop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to anyone nearby. Keep people clear while the trailer is supported, and avoid working under or around the trailer while that jack is the only support. Repair is free at any franchised Multiquip dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Multiquip TRLR45H or TRLR70USH trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244 to arrange the free gusset installation that reinforces the jack crossmember tied to the center-mounted jack collapse risk.
- Reference recall number 18V466 and Multiquip recall TL 20180306 when you call.
- Avoid loading or supporting the trailer on the center-mounted jack until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Multiquip technician installs additional gussets on the jack crossmember for the center-mounted trailer jack. The added gussets reinforce the crossmember that supports the jack, which is the part involved in this recall. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Multiquip has a general reimbursement plan on file for prior out-of-pocket repairs tied to this condition. If you already paid for this repair, bring invoices or payment records and ask Multiquip customer service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 23, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| July 12, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V466?
Recall 18V466 covers 13 2018 Multiquip TRLR45H and TRLR70USH trailers with a center-mounted trailer jack that can collapse after damage from excessive load on the trailer. Multiquip will install additional gussets to the jack crossmember for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Multiquip TRLR45H or TRLR70USH is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included in recall 18V466. If it is, contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244 and reference Multiquip recall TL 20180306. The gusset repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to complete the recall remedy at no cost, and Multiquip says it will install additional gussets to the jack crossmember free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from an unexpected center-mounted jack collapse. The recall concerns damage caused by excessive load on the trailer, which can let the jack collapse without the support the trailer needs during use or handling.
When did the Multiquip trailer recall begin?
Multiquip began this recall on March 23, 2018. The company notified Herc Rentals, which owned all 13 trailers listed in the recall, and directed the free installation of additional gussets to the jack crossmember.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V466000 |
|---|---|
| Multiquip customer service | 1-800-421-1244 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V466 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V466000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →