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2008 Trailstar K17 Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2008 Trailstar K17 with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 2008 for the integrated jack / leveler / stabilizer.

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#370 most complained-about 2008 vehicle

Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Most common 2008 Trailstar K17 problems

Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.

2008 Trailstar K17 recalls 1

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Equipment: integrated jack / leveler / stabilizer

08V1330001,161 vehicles affected

The problem
Tracker marine is recalling 1,161 my 2007 trailstar k17v, k18v, k21vhdsa, k21vta, k23vta, p27, p30, p32, and my 2008 k17, k18v, k1901, k21vhdsa, k21vta, k23vta, p27, p30, p32, mk184sa, and mk204ta galvanized boat trailers using jacks made by shelby industries (tracker part no. 129111, Shelby part no. 5874A8-24hgx). These trailers are used with kenner, sun tracker, and mako boat models. The mounting hardware for the trailer jack, which is used to elevate the trailer tongue during storage, may loosen and allow the jack assembly to disengage from the trailer.
The risk
If the jack falls off while the trailer is in motion, damage to following vehicles could occur or a vehicle crash may result.
The fix
Dealers will replace the nut and bolt that is part of the trailer jack mounting hardware. The recall began on june 19, 2008. Owners may contact tracker marine at 1-417-873-4555.

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2 complaints about the 2008 Trailstar K17

Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.

Wheels & tires

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 trailstar k17 equipped with goodyear lt24575r16 trail trac tires, size: 175/80r13. The contact stated that the tires exhibited blistering. The manufacture was contacted and sent a set of replacement tires. The contact also stated that the driver's side tire exhibited a very large 2-inch bubble and was showing the rim. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 10606946
Suspension

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 trailstar k17 boat trailer. While driving 70 mph, the rear passenger side tire blew out. The road side mechanic stated that the rear valves were too small for the trailer. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The failure mileage was 1,100.

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10226405

2008 Trailstar K17 vs rivals

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2008 Trailstar K17210-
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Questions about the 2008 Trailstar K17

Does the 2008 Trailstar K17 have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Trailstar K17: integrated jack / leveler / stabilizer (March 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Trailstar K17?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1), wheels & tires (1).

How many complaints has the 2008 Trailstar K17 had?

2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 1, 2008 and the latest on June 30, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

What should I do if my 2008 Trailstar K17 has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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