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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 04V462📅 Sep 21, 2004

2001–2003 Trailstar V 21 VSA recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain boat trailers, the trailer/boat combination may exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr).

💥 The risk

This condition will cause unusual wear to the tires and could cause a sudden loss of tire pressure while in operation, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will increase the gvwr of existing trailers, by replacing a new axle on the trailers. The recall began september 23, 2004. Owners should contact tracker marine at 1-417-873-4528.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V462000
Manufacturer recall #
TM0017
Manufacturer
TRACKER MARINE L.L.C.
Vehicles affected
8
Component
STRUCTURE
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 23, 2004
Built
Jun 7, 2000 – Dec 30, 2003
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Tracker marine recall no. TM0017.customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V462 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V462?

2001–2003 Trailstar V 21 VSA. 8 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Trailstar dealer to book the free repair.