Recall 19V760 affects 19 2019 Southern Pride Lakeline Rail trailers for short safety chains. Repair is free at any franchised Southern Pride dealer.
Southern Pride is recalling 19 2019 Lakeline Rail trailers because the safety chains are too short to reach the tow vehicle attachment points. If a trailer separates from the hitch, short chains can let it detach from the tow vehicle and increase crash risk; the dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The safety chains on a 2019 Southern Pride Lakeline Rail trailer are the backup link between the trailer and the tow vehicle. They attach from the trailer tongue to the tow vehicle's chain points so the trailer stays connected long enough for the driver to stop if the coupler separates from the hitch ball. The chains need enough length to reach those points and allow normal turning.
On affected Lakeline Rail trailers, the installed chains are shorter than Southern Pride's design specification. The incorrect chains are 25 inches long, while the correct chains are 31 inches long. With the shorter chains installed, the chains do not reach the tow vehicle's attachment points on some setups, which leaves the trailer without that backup connection before a trip begins.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is visible during hookup: if the chains will not reach the tow vehicle's attachment points, the trailer is not set up with the required safety-chain connection.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Southern Pride Lakeline Rail | Trailer hitches |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 19 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 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?
Safety chains that are too short can leave the trailer without a proper backup connection. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, it increases the risk of a crash. Before towing, confirm the chains reach and attach correctly. If they do not, stop using the trailer and arrange service. Repair is free at any franchised Southern Pride dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Southern Pride Lakeline Rail trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Southern Pride customer service to schedule the free safety-chain replacement.
- Reference recall number 19V760 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Southern Pride mailed one.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the correct-length safety chains are installed so the chains reach the tow vehicle attachment points.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer or authorized service location, a Southern Pride technician replaces the trailer safety chains with chains long enough to reach the tow vehicle attachment points. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free of charge. For reimbursement, use Southern Pride's general reimbursement plan on file. Ask Southern Pride customer service how to submit repair documentation for a prior safety-chain replacement tied to this recall.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 24, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 18, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| November 18, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 22, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 27, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V760?
Recall 19V760 covers 19 2019 Southern Pride Lakeline Rail trailers with safety chains that are too short to reach the tow vehicle attachment points. If the chains cannot be used, the trailer can detach from the tow vehicle and increase crash risk. Southern Pride will replace the chains for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Southern Pride Lakeline Rail is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V760. If it is, contact Southern Pride customer service at 1-731-696-3175 to arrange replacement safety chains. Reference recall number 19V760 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Southern Pride will replace the safety chains with chains that are the correct length free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer separation. If the safety chains are too short to connect to the tow vehicle, they cannot help retain the trailer if it separates from the hitch. That raises the risk of a crash.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V760000 |
|---|---|
| Southern Pride customer service | 1-731-696-3175 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V760 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V760000 |
Source documents
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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 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →