2002-2006 Champion Boat Trailer and Stratos Boat Trailer recall: trailer hitches
Genmar Holdings, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 12, 2006. It covers about 3,608 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,608
- reported
- Jun 12, 2006
- owners notified
- Jun 22, 2006
Trailer hitches
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 06V206000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 06V206000
Is there a recall on the 2002-2006 Champion Boat Trailer and Stratos Boat Trailer trailer hitches?
Yes. Recall 06V206000, reported on June 12, 2006, covers about 3,608 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 06V206000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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