The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V585000·Announced 2018-09-08

Trailstar Recalls 2019 Dump Trailers Due to Wheel Separation Risk

Trailstar is recalling 2019 Dump trailers because improperly installed wheel end nuts may cause the wheel to separate from the axle, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (wheel separation) that can increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Trailstar International Inc. is recalling certain 2019 Dump trailers. The recall addresses a defect where the locking device on the wheel end nut may be improperly installed. This issue can cause the wheel to separate from the axle.

If the wheel separates from the axle, it can increase the risk of a crash. The recall began on September 17, 2018. Dealers will inspect the retaining clip on the Pro Torque nuts and properly secure it as necessary, free of charge.

Owners may contact Trailstar customer service at 1-330-821-9900 or AXN Heavy Duty at 1-502-882-9122. 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.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
TRAILSTAR DUMP TRAILER
Brand
TRAILSTAR
Manufacturer
Trailstar International Inc
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
37

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • DUMP TRAILER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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