Recall 22V440 affects 1,515 2018-2022 Fabform Flr-D, Flrr-D, and Dbx trailers for a utility-gate stopper defect. Repair is free at any franchised Fabform dealer.
Fabform is recalling 1,515 2018-2022 Flr-D, Flrr-D, and Dbx trailers because the rubber stop on the utility gate can break and let the gate detach from the trailer. A detached gate while driving can increase the risk of a crash, and Fabform dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The door holder on affected 2018-2022 Fabform Flr-D, Flrr-D, and Dbx trailers is the stop at the utility gate hinge. Its job is to keep the heavier deluxe utility gate from sliding side to side between the gate tabs while the trailer is moving. When the stop stays solid, the gate remains captured on its hinges.
On these trailers, the original stop is rubber. Fabform says the rubber becomes weak, cracks, and breaks apart. Once the stop breaks down, the gate is no longer held in position at the hinge. The heavier gate then shifts on the hinges, and the gate can detach from the trailer.
The warning sign is cracking in the rubber stop as it breaks down. If you see cracked or missing rubber at the utility gate hinge, describe it to a Fabform dealer as a failed door holder or gate hinge stop.
Who's affected?
Covers Flr-D, Flrr-D, and Dbx trailers across the 2018-2022 model years, all tied to the same door holder component.
| 2018 Fabform Flr-D | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2022 Fabform Flrr-D | body structure |
| 2018 Fabform Dbx | body structure |
| 2021 Fabform Flr-D | body structure |
| 2019 Fabform Flr-D | body structure |
| 2019 Fabform Flrr-D | body structure |
| 2022 Fabform Flr-D | body structure |
| 2020 Fabform Flrr-D | body structure |
| 2020 Fabform Dbx | body structure |
| 2020 Fabform Flr-D | body structure |
| 2019 Fabform Dbx | body structure |
| 2021 Fabform Flrr-D | body structure |
| 2018 Fabform Flrr-D | body structure |
| 2022 Fabform Dbx | body structure |
| 2021 Fabform Dbx | body structure |
| Units affected | 1,515 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 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 rubber stopper that breaks down can crack and let the gate detach while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Inspect the rubber stopper for visible cracking, and schedule the repair soon if your trailer is included. Repair is free at any franchised Fabform dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2022 Fabform Flr-D, Flrr-D, or Dbx trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Fabform dealer to schedule the free aluminum-bushing replacement that keeps the utility gate secured to the trailer.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one, or reference recall number 22V440 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer with a loose or damaged utility gate until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Fabform technician replaces the utility gate rubber stopper with an aluminum bushing. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Fabform lists a general reimbursement plan for owners who already paid for this related repair before the recall notice. Keep your repair paperwork and contact Fabform customer service to ask how to submit documented expenses under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 21, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 19, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V440?
Recall 22V440 covers 1,515 2018-2022 Fabform Flr-D, Flrr-D, and Dbx trailers. The rubber stop on the utility gate can break and let the gate detach from the trailer while driving. Dealers will replace the rubber stopper with an aluminum bushing for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2022 Fabform Flr-D, Flrr-D, or Dbx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V440. If it is, contact a Fabform dealer to schedule the rubber-stopper replacement. Reference recall number 22V440 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 Fabform's remedy says dealers will replace the rubber stopper with an aluminum bushing free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the utility gate can detach while the trailer is being driven. A gate separating from the trailer can increase crash risk for your vehicle and for nearby traffic.
What if I bought this Fabform trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included, then call a Fabform dealer or Fabform customer service at 1-541-679-2920.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V440000 |
|---|---|
| Fabform customer service | 1-541-679-2920 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V440 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V440000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 →