The problem
On certain tandem-axle boat trailers equipped with 14 inch wheels, failure of the wheel to seat properly and securely on the wheel hub can occur. This can cause the lug nuts to become loose even after being tightened to the proper torque specifications.
The risk
Loosening of the lug nuts could result in the eventual loss of one or more of the nuts and/or wobbling of the wheel while in motion which would progressively worsen and could lead to shearing of the lug bolts and/or loss of the lug nuts, either of which would result in loss of the wheel. If this occurred during transit, loss of a wheel could result in loss of control of the tow vehicle, especially when hauling a boat on the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel if necessary. The recall began on october 24, 2006. Owners may contact mastercraft at 1-423-884-2221
Contacts
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.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Mastercraft dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 06V335000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.