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NHTSA Recall 25V219000: Winch (equipment)

WHITE RIVER MARINE GROUP LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,164 vehicles. It affects 2024–2025 Trailstar Topper.

2,164
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (April 16)
NHTSA campaign25V219000
Manufacturer campaignTS-0042
ComponentEQUIPMENT › MECHANICAL › WINCH
Report receivedApril 8, 2025
Owner notificationApril 16, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

White River Marine Group LLC (WRMG) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Tracker Marine Trailstar TRL and Topper boat trailers. The winch strap may fray after contacting the crossbar and break, allowing the boat to detach from the trailer.

Safety risk

A detached boat can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will install a roller kit to reroute the winch strap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2025. Owners may contact WRMG's customer service at 1-417-873-5900. WRMG's number for this recall is TS-0042.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171) or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V219000

Make and modelModel years
Trailstar Topper2024, 2025

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.