- The problem
- Tracker marine is recalling certain model year 2012 trailstar z8 trailers and model year 2011-2012 trailstar z9 trailers, manufactured from july 12, 2010, through november 10, 2011. The brake caliper pins were not tightened to the correct specification allowing them to come loose.
- The risk
- The brake caliper pins could back out resulting in loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Tracker will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the caliper, and repair the trailers as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on january 30, 2012. Owners may contact tracker marine at 1-417-873-4588.
Vehicle safety record
2011 Trailstar Z8 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2011 Trailstar Z8 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the equipment & accessories (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in January 2012 for the service brakes, air.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2011 Trailstar Z8 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2011 Trailstar Z8 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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2011 Trailstar Z8
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 trail star trailer (na). The contact stated that after attaching the trailer to a boat to and securing the jack in place, he noticed that there was a gap of about 2 1/2 inches. The trailer was taken to the dealer where the contact was advised that they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. *Tr
2011 Trailstar Z8 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Trailstar Z8 | 1 | 1 | - | |
| 2011 Trailstar Z9 | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 2011 Trailstar Z8
Does the 2011 Trailstar Z8 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Trailstar Z8: service brakes, air (January 2012). 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 2011 Trailstar Z8?
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 2011 Trailstar Z8 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 13, 2013 and the latest on March 13, 2013. 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 2011 Trailstar Z8 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