NHTSA Recall 02V172000: Suspension: front
MASTERCRAFT BOAT COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,656 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Mastercraft A1.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V172000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT |
| Report received | July 12, 2002 |
| Owner notification | August 28, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain boat trailers equipped with nhk intex corporation monoleaf boat trailer springs, while the motorist is pulling the boat trailer, the monoleaf spring on the trailer could break.
Safety risk
This could cause the motorist to lose control of the trailer and vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all affected monoleaf springs. Owner notification began august 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mastercraft at 1-800-443-8774.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V172000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mastercraft A1 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft A9 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft B2 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft B3 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft B5 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft B8 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft C3 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft C6 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft C7 | 1999, 2000 |
| Mastercraft C8 | 1999, 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.