Waltron Excavator Trailer (W242). Published by Transport Canada as 2026377 on 17 June 2026. System: Label. 14 vehicles affected in Canada.
What the notice says On certain trailers, the VIN plate lists the wrong gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). This could lead to overloading of the trailer and cause poor handling or a tire failure.
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| Recall number | 2026377 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Waltron |
| Category | Heavy Trailer |
| System | Label |
| Notice type | Compliance Mfr |
| Published | 17 June 2026 |
| Last updated by Transport Canada | 13 August 2026 |
| Model years | 2021-2023 |
| Vehicles named | Waltron Excavator Trailer (W242) |
What the notice says today
The issue
On certain trailers, the VIN plate lists the wrong gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). This could lead to overloading of the trailer and cause poor handling or a tire failure.
The safety risk
Poor handling or a tire failure could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in a crash.
What will be done
Waltron has already repaired the affected trailers by replacing the VIN plate.
Version française (Transport Canada)
Problème : Sur certaines remorques, la plaque d'identification du véhicule (NIV) indique un poids nominal brut du véhicule (PNBV) erroné. Cela pourrait entraîner une surcharge de la remorque et causer une mauvaise tenue de route ou une défaillance de pneu. Risques pour la sécurité : Une mauvaise tenue de route ou une défaillance de pneu pourrait entraîner une perte de contrôle du véhicule et provoquer un accident. Mesures correctives : Waltron a déjà réparé les remorques concernées en remplaçant la plaque NIV.
What it said before
Nothing has changed while we have been watching. We first read this notice on 22 September 2026 and last read it on 22 September 2026.
The copy we hold today hashes to a37b4ffddd649b64dbe72dfee3f91dc8…, so if it is ever edited the change is provable rather than a matter of memory.
Last checked . No change has been recorded in the wording.
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