2017 Manac Flatbed problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2017 Manac Flatbed — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2017 compare to other Flatbed years?

Flatbed NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2017 Manac Flatbed have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V607000Latches & LocksAugust 19, 2019 · 44 units

Defect

MANAC, Inc. (MANAC) is recalling certain 2011-2020 Flatbed trailers. The Buffers USA Twistlock configuration may unintentionally rotate to the unlock position, potentially allowing the container that the trailer is transporting to become unstable or detach from the trailer.

Consequence

A container that is not securely attached to the trailer can increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Manac will notify owners and will provide a secondary locking mechanism to secure the twistlock configuration, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2019. Owners may contact Manac customer service at 1-800-361-7900.

2017 Manac Flatbed — common questions

Is the 2017 Manac Flatbed reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2017 Manac Flatbed have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 Manac Flatbed. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2017 compare to other Flatbed years?

Does the 2017 Manac Flatbed have recalls?

2017 Manac Flatbed — common questions

Is the 2017 Manac Flatbed reliable?

Does the 2017 Manac Flatbed have recalls?

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