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Campaign 24V779 Posted October 18, 2024 2,040 units

2013-2025 Atc Car Hauler/Stacker Recall 24V779

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 20, 2026

Recall 24V779 covers 2,040 2013-2025 Atc Car Hauler and Stacker trailers for A-frame tongue cracks. Repair is free at any franchised Atc dealer.

Atc is recalling 2,040 2013-2025 Car Hauler and Stacker trailers under recall 24V779 because stress can crack and break the A-frame tongue, separating it from the trailer. A separated tongue can cause loss of control and increase crash risk; Atc dealers will complete the free repair.

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What's wrong?

The A-frame tongue is the front frame section that connects the Atc trailer body to the tow vehicle hitch. On 2013-2025 Stacker and Car Hauler trailers, this structure uses aluminum tube members to carry pulling force, tongue weight, and road loads between the trailer and the hitch.

On affected trailers, stress builds where the tongue meets the front wall. That stress can crack the aluminum tube, and the crack can grow until the tongue breaks away from the trailer. If the tongue separates while towing, the trailer no longer stays controlled behind the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall repair adds welded support to the tongue tubes.

The warning sign is a crack in the A-frame tongue where it intersects with the front wall. Look for visible cracking, separation, or movement in that joint before towing.

Who's affected?

The listed models share the same structural frame component category. Inclusion turns on the trailer line, model year, and VIN.

2019 Atc Stacker body or structural component
2018 Atc Stacker body or structural component
2020 Atc Stacker body or structural component
2021 Atc Stacker body or structural component
2014 Atc Car Hauler body or structural component
Units affected2,040
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 8 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?

A separated trailer tongue can cause loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Cracking where the A-frame tongue meets the front wall is a warning sign, so stop towing and call the dealer if you see it. Repair is free at any franchised Atc dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2025 Atc Stacker or Car Hauler is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Atc dealer to schedule the free tongue-tube support welds that reinforce the A-frame tongue.
  3. Reference recall number 24V779 when you call, and bring the owner letter mailed December 4, 2024 if you have it.
  4. Avoid towing the trailer until the A-frame tongue supports are repaired.
  5. Call Atc customer service at 1-877-441-2440 with questions about scheduling or dealer instructions.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, an Atc technician welds additional supports to the trailer tongue tubes so the A-frame tongue has more reinforcement. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free. If you already paid for the same tongue tube support repair before the recall notice, ask ATC customer service or the dealer how to submit repair documentation under the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

October 18, 2024 NHTSA published the recall
December 4, 2024 Owner notification mailed
December 9, 2024 Dealer notification began
December 13, 2024 Dealer notification ended

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 24V779?

Recall 24V779 covers 2,040 2013-2025 Atc Car Hauler and Stacker trailers with A-frame tongue tubes that can crack, break, and separate from the trailer. A separated trailer tongue can cause loss of control and increase crash risk. Dealers will weld additional supports free of charge.

What should I do if my 2013-2025 Atc Car Hauler or Stacker is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 24V779. If it is, contact an Atc dealer to schedule the tongue-tube support weld repair. Reference recall 24V779 when you call. The dealer repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Atc dealers will weld additional supports to the tongue tubes free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 24V779.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is loss of control if the A-frame tongue cracks, breaks, and separates from the trailer. That separation can increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before continuing normal use.

What if I bought my Atc trailer used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the trailer VIN, not the original owner. If you never received Atc's mailed notice, check your VIN and reference recall 24V779 when you contact an Atc dealer.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V779000
Atc customer service1-877-441-2440
NHTSA recall #24V779
NHTSA recall # (full)24V779000

Source documents

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 →