I purchased a gooseneck trailer with two dexter 8,000# axles on it in june, 2003. Since then the magnets that operate the electric brakes have failed on numerous occasions. I have replaced at least 7 defective magnets on this trailer. When the magnet fails I have no brakes on the wheel with a defective magnet. I can't believe I'm the only one with this problem and am afraid of this causing an accident for me or someone else with this product. I have thrown away many of these defective magnets, but have the most recent defect here if you would like it. Note: the featherlite information below is not correct. I only entered it because my trailer manufacturer was not an option. If you need more details on this I will be glad to provide them.
The worst 2003 Featherlite 1075 problems
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- Brakes1
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Recalls 1
Service brakes, air
- What is wrong
- On certain custom built specialty trailers equipped with dexter axles and crewson automatic slack adjusters, the push rod arms on the axle brakes are too long.
- Risk
- Push rod arms that are too long could cause damage to the slack adjuster or impede proper brake adjustment, resulting in accidental damage including personal injury, property damage or both.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the push rods for the correct length. If damaged the slack adjuster will be repaired or replaced. If not damaged, the push rods will be shortened by cutting to .26". Owner notification began december 13, 2003. 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 featherlite at 1‑800‑800‑1230.
Recall number 03V501000 · Recall details
What 2003 Featherlite 1075 owners say
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20032007
Questions about the 2003 Featherlite 1075
Is the 2003 Featherlite 1075 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Featherlite 1075, close to a typical 1075 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Featherlite 1075?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2003 Featherlite 1075 have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, air.
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