Recall 19V300 affects 92 2019 Smc Laramie horse trailers for entry steps with poor welds. Repair is free at any franchised Smc dealer.
Smc is recalling 92 2019 Laramie horse trailers because poor welds and missing rivets leave the living quarter entry steps at risk of breaking when stepped on. Broken steps increase the risk of injury, and Smc dealers will repair the entry steps free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The living quarter entry step on the 2019 Smc Laramie horse trailer is the step used to enter and exit the trailer's living space. It is supposed to hold weight while the hinge area stays fixed to the trailer body. The hinges, welds, and rivets work together to keep the step level when someone steps onto it.
On included trailers, the hinge area was built with poor welds, and rivets were left out during manufacturing. That leaves the weld carrying more load than intended. When someone steps onto the entry step, the weak weld can crack further and the step can break instead of staying in place.
The warning sign is a cracked weld at the step or hinge area. If you see cracking, movement, or a step that feels loose, treat the step as unsafe until it is inspected and repaired.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Smc Laramie | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 92 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Not every 2019 Smc Laramie trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a step weld is cracked, the step can break while someone is using it, increasing the risk of injury. Check the steps before use and avoid putting weight on any step with a visible cracked weld. Repair is free at any franchised Smc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Smc Laramie is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Smc dealer to schedule the free living-quarter entry-step repair that fixes the poor welds and missing rivets.
- Bring the recall notice if Smc mailed one. Reference recall number 19V300 when you call.
- Avoid using the living-quarter entry steps until the trailer has been inspected and repaired.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Smc technician inspects the living quarter entry steps, corrects poor welds, and installs missing rivets where the step assembly needs them. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. SMC has a general reimbursement plan on file, so if you already paid for the same step repair before the recall work, ask SMC Trailers or the service desk how to submit documented expenses for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 12, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 23, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 3, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 3, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 10, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V300?
Recall 19V300 covers 92 2019 Smc Laramie horse trailers with living quarter entry steps that can break because of poor welds and missing rivets. Smc dealers will inspect the steps, correct the welds, and install rivets as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Smc Laramie is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V300. If it is, contact a Smc dealer to schedule the entry-step inspection and repair. Reference recall number 19V300 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Smc will inspect the living quarter entry steps, correct welds, and install rivets as needed free of charge at a dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The living quarter entry steps can break while someone is stepping onto them, increasing the risk of injury. Until a dealer inspects the trailer and completes the recall repair, use caution around the steps and schedule the free repair with Smc.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V300000 |
|---|---|
| Smc customer service | 1-574-966-5598 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V300 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V300000 |
Source documents
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 →