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Recall campaign08V506000

Recall 08V506000: 2001–2008 XL 100 JPS

Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly
Report received
Oct 2, 2008
Manufacturer
Xl specialized trailers, inc
Potentially affected
164vehicles
Model years
2001–2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Xl specialized trailers is recalling 164 my 1998-2008 80 jps and my 2001-2008 100 jps jeep trailers with sliding fifth wheel plates. These trailers may not have the proper welding pattern attaching the slider frame to the jeep frame.

Possible consequence

The weld could break increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Xl will fully weld the sliding fifth wheel frame to the jeep frame. The recall began on january 5, 2009. Owners may contact xl at 1-877-283-4852.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.