NHTSA recall 21V238000
Steering › Critical fasteners
Stargate Dump Trailer
Reported Apr 5, 20216 vehicles affectedStargate Manufacturing LtdMaker’s number SB009R
The defect
Stargate Manufacturing Ltd (Stargate) is recalling certain 2018-2019 DUMP trailers equipped with the Smart-Steer 2.0 self-steering axle with a bolt-on steer arm at 8-7/8" tie-rod location. Under heavy loading, the bolts attaching the steer arm to the knuckle can shear.
The risk
The steer arm can detach from the knuckle and drag, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Stargate will notify owners, and dealers will weld the steering arm and/or replace the defective bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Stargate customer service at 1-905-636-6888, extension 30. Stargate's number for this recall is SB009R.