Recall 12V013000: 2011 Trailstar Z8, 2011–2012 Trailstar Z9
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 13, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 230
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Tracker marine is recalling certain model year 2012 trailstar z8 trailers and model year 2011-2012 trailstar z9 trailers, manufactured from july 12, 2010, through november 10, 2011. The brake caliper pins were not tightened to the correct specification allowing them to come loose.
The risk
The brake caliper pins could back out resulting in loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tracker will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the caliper, and repair the trailers as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on january 30, 2012. Owners may contact tracker marine at 1-417-873-4588.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Trailstar Z8
- 2011 Trailstar Z9
- 2012 Trailstar Z9
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V013000
- Manufacturer
- TRACKER MARINE L.L.C.
- Owner letters
- Jan 30, 2012
- Components
- Electrical system (Electrical System); Service brakes, air (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology