- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- This condition could cause a loss of braking capability.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Trailstar PA Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Trailstar PA with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the equipment & accessories (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2000 for the drum. For comparison, the 2000 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Trailstar PA problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2001 Trailstar PA 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
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1 complaints about the 2001 Trailstar PA
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 trail star sun tracker boat trailer. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the boat trailer experienced severe frame rusting, and rusting and corrosion of the brakes. The trailer became inoperable. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was not applicable. The vin was not available.
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All PA yearsQuestions about the 2001 Trailstar PA
Does the 2001 Trailstar PA have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Trailstar PA: drum (September 2000). 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 2001 Trailstar PA?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), equipment & accessories (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Trailstar PA had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 6, 2019 and the latest on February 6, 2019. 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 2001 Trailstar PA 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