NHTSA Recall History

Fontaine Trailer Company Safety Recalls

Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Fontaine Trailer Company — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

⚠ 1 active Do Not Drive recall — see below
13
Total Recalls
3,168
Vehicles Affected
Potentially
11
Years Reported
1
Do Not Drive
Critical alerts

About Fontaine Trailer Company recalls

Fontaine Trailer Company has issued 13 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 11 years (from 1998 to 2026), affecting an estimated 3,168 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Structure, Service Brakes, Air, Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Fontaine Trailer Company dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.

Defect Categories

Most-recalled components

The vehicle systems behind most Fontaine Trailer Company safety recalls.

Structure 2 recalls
Service Brakes, Air 2 recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1 recall
Recall History

Fontaine Trailer Company recalls by year

Browse 13 recalls across 11 years. Most recent first.

Fontaine Trailer Company Recall FAQ

Common questions about Fontaine Trailer Company safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.

How many recalls has Fontaine Trailer Company issued?

Fontaine Trailer Company has issued 13 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 3,168 vehicles since 1998. The most recent recall was reported 2026-05-08.

How do I check if my Fontaine Trailer Company vehicle is under recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Fontaine Trailer Company and any sub-brand or component supplier.

Are Fontaine Trailer Company recall repairs free?

Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Fontaine Trailer Company must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Fontaine Trailer Company dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.

Does Fontaine Trailer Company have any "Do Not Drive" recalls?

Yes — 1 Fontaine Trailer Company recall carry a NHTSA "Do Not Drive" warning, meaning the affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Look for the red Do Not Drive badge on individual recall cards below.

Which Fontaine Trailer Company components are most commonly recalled?

The top recalled components for Fontaine Trailer Company are: Structure (2), Service Brakes, Air (2), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.

Where does this Fontaine Trailer Company recall data come from?

All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Fontaine Trailer Company.