NHTSA Recall 06V206000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V206000; Date: Jun. 12, 2006
If the retractable tongue was not manufactured correctly, the bottom of the top insert could crack in the area of the gap. If the insert cracks with the trailer in service, the tongue could buckle contacting the road surface, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Champion Boat Trailer; 2004 Champion Boat Trailer; 2005 Champion Boat Trailer; 2006 Champion Boat Trailer; 2002 Stratos Boat Trailer; 2003 Stratos Boat Trailer; 2004 Stratos Boat Trailer; 2005 Stratos Boat Trailer; 2006 Stratos Boat Trailer
Component: Trailer Hitche
Manufactured by: Genmar Holdings, Inc.
Affected Units:: 3,608
Recall Summary:
Certain boat trailers equipped with a retractable tongue were manufactured incorrectly. The steel frame insert may not have been inserted into the brake actuator housing at the correct distance before the parts were welded together.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and repair the trailers as necessary. The recall began on June 22, 2006. Owners may call 615-494-2084 for more information.
Recall Notes:
Genmar recall no. Str1. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 22, 2006
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