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2017 Smittybilt Scout Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2017 Smittybilt Scout has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Smittybilt dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Smittybilt Scout. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

NHTSA #18V709000

Reported October 10, 2018 · TAP Worldwide, LLC

Potentially affected: 135 vehicles

Defect description

TAP Worldwide, LLC (TAP) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Smittybilt SCOUT trailer kits, sold with tires and wheels included in the kit (SKU number 87400). These trailer kits were sold without the required labeling for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), and cargo capacity statements. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Safety consequence

The missing labels can result in the user overloading the trailer causing a loss of control, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

TAP will notify owners and will provide the missing labels, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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