Recall 00V249002: 2000–2001 Trailstar PA

Report received

Sep 6, 2000

Manufacturer

Trailstar mfr corp

Potentially affected

130vehicles

Model years

2000–2001

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Vehicle description: flatbed and dump trailers. These vehicles utilize gunite corporation model 2764 cast steel brake drums and a combination of steel or aluminum wheels produced by other manufacturers. These drums bear date codes between "162 99" and "225 99," inclusive. A stress crack in the metal on the inside brake drum face diameter can occur, resulting in a complete separation from the brake drum.

Possible consequence

This condition could cause a loss of braking capability.

Remedy

Dealers will replace all of the cast iron brake drums. Gunite will conduct and inspection/repair/replacement program at no charge to the consumer. 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 gunite customer service at 800-677-3786.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2000 Trailstar PA0 complaints
• 2001 Trailstar PA1 complaints