Recall 21V959 affects 87 2019-2020 Ste Wurl Turner trailers for chassis weld fractures that can separate the frame. Repair is free at Ste service centers.
Ste is recalling 87 2019-2020 Wurl Turner trailers under recall 21V959 because attachment welds at the bottom of the chassis can develop stress fractures. If the frame separates from the chassis, crash risk increases, and Ste dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The frame on a 2019-2020 Ste Wurl Turner trailer is the main structure that carries the trailer body and transfers coupling loads from the tractor into the chassis. The upper coupler frame assembly is part of that load path. It is supposed to keep the front chassis structure rigid when the trailer is connected, pulled, loaded, and unloaded.
In NHTSA campaign 21V959, the affected design uses outboard mounted upper coupler members that are not built into the chassis structure. Operational loads pass through attachment welds into a secondary member. Those welds can develop stress fractures, and inspections found cracks, buckling, and degradation at the front and bottom of the trailer chassis. If the cracking progresses, the frame can separate.
An operator can notice the trailer frame deflecting relative to the main body while coupling to the tractor. Other warning signs include visible cracks along the side or bottom of the frame, or weld separation where the wrap jacket tie down angles attach to the chassis.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2019 and 2020 model years with the same upper coupler frame assembly.
| 2019 Ste Wurl Turner | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2020 Ste Wurl Turner | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 87 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 or 2020 Ste Wurl Turner trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Frame separation from the chassis can increase the risk of a crash. Before separation, watch for trailer frame movement when coupling to the tractor, visible cracks along the frame side or bottom, or separated welds at the wrap jacket tie down angles. If you see these signs, stop using the trailer and call for repair. Repair is free at any franchised Ste dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2020 Ste Wurl Turner trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a Ste Service Center to schedule the free front-frame-structure replacement that addresses chassis weld stress fractures and frame separation risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Ste mailed one, or reference recall number 21V959 when you call.
- Avoid towing heavy loads until the repair is complete, and ask Ste customer service at 1-608-368-9663 about safe transport if the trailer has visible frame damage.
What happens at the repair
At an approved Ste service center, the technician removes the affected front frame structure and installs the replacement frame using Ste's repair instructions. The replacement parts and installation are free under the recall. Delivery to the approved service center is listed as the owner's expense. For a prior repair tied to this issue, Ste offers reimbursement only after an approved service center inspects the work and certifies that it meets or exceeds the recall repair. Keep documentation for the reasonable repair cost.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 10, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| December 15, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 15, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 7, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 18, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V959?
Recall 21V959 covers 87 2019-2020 Ste Wurl Turner trailers with chassis attachment welds that can develop stress fractures. Those fractures can lead to frame separation from the chassis, increasing crash risk. Ste service centers will replace the front frame structure for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2020 Ste Wurl Turner is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 21V959. If it is, contact a Ste service center to schedule the front frame structure replacement. Reference recall number 21V959 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ste service centers will replace the front frame structure free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 21V959.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is frame separation from the chassis. The recall involves attachment welds on the bottom of the chassis that can develop stress fractures. If the frame separates, crash risk increases. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free front frame structure replacement.
When were owners notified about recall 21V959?
Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then contact a Ste service center or Ste customer service at 1-608-368-9663.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V959000 |
|---|---|
| Ste customer service | 1-608-368-9663 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V959 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V959000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →