Trailstar recall: Steering
What is wrong
Trailstar International Inc. (Trailstar) is recalling certain 2017-2019 International Dump trailers equipped with Ingersoll Smart-Steer self steer axles. The steering arm may detach from the steering knuckle during certain low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers.
What could happen
A detached steering arm may cause a loss of steering control. In addition, attachment hardware may fall and become a road hazard. Both of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steer arm and apply welds, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 2, 2021. Owners may contact Trailstar customer service at 330-821-9900.
Vehicles covered
- Trailstar Dump Trailer 2017–2019
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 21V463000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Trailstar International Inc
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jun 18, 2021
- Owners notified
- Jun 2, 2021
- Vehicles or items affected
- 3
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Steering; Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
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.nhtsa.gov.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Trailstar recall: Wheels Sep 8, 2018
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.