NHTSA recall 12V290000
Equipment
Trailstar Nitro 290 Sport and 11 more
Reported Jun 22, 2012589 vehicles affectedTRACKER MARINE L.L.C.Maker’s number TS-0027Built Sep 28, 2011 – May 13, 2012
The defect
Tracker marine IS recalling certain model year 2012-2013 trailstar nitro and tahoe boat trailers, manufactured from september 28, 2011, through may 13, 2012. variance of a bracket welded in the brake actuator shell prevents the full range of motion of the master cylinder shaft rod. this can cause the brakes to overheat at the wheels. excessive heat may lead to brake failure and/or possible wheel bearing failure.
The risk
If either occurs there IS an increased risk of a crash.
The remedy
Tracker marine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake actuators, free of charge. the recall began on august 16, 2012. owners may contact tracker marine at 1-417-873-4588.