Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
STRATOS
Model Of Vehicle
BOAT TRAILER
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
06V206000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Genmar Holdings, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20010701
End Of Manufacture
20051231
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3608
Date Owners Notified
20060622
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Genmar Holdings, Inc.
Date Report Received
20060612
Make Campaign Number
STR1