NHTSA Recall 06V438000: Trailer hitches
TRACKER MARINE L.L.C. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 259 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Trailstar 202.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V438000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | TS-0015 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | November 15, 2006 |
| Owner notification | November 9, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain boat trailers, the castings holding the bolts on the pivot hitch assembly for the swing-away tongue may break.
Safety risk
If the casting bolts break, the trailer could detach from the tow vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
If your trailer is equipped with the defective component, tracker marine will replace the trailer. The recall began on november 9, 2006. Owners may contact tracker marine at 1-417-873-4555.
Notes
Tracker marine recall no. Ts-0015.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V438000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Trailstar 202 | 2007 |
| Trailstar 215 | 2007 |
| Trailstar 222 | 2007 |
| Trailstar 228 | 2007 |
| Trailstar Q8 | 2007 |
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.