2002 Trail King Trailer Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2002 Trail King Trailer problems

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Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drumReported February 10, 2004 · 66 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain dump and lowbed trailers equipped with webb wheel platinum series brake drums, these brake drums could crack on the braking surface.
Risk: This could result in reduction or complete loss of braking which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Webb wheel will inspect and replace the brake drums. 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 webb wheel at 1‑800‑633‑3256 or trail king at 605‑996‑6482.

Recall number 04V062000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: antilock: ABS warning lightReported October 16, 2003 · 8 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain dump trailers equipped with bendix ec-30t electronic control units (ecu). If the trailer-mounted ABS warning lamp circuit experiences an electrical short and the short is not repaired, the high side power switch inside the ecu that controls the illumination of the trailer-mounted ABS warning lamp may eventually become thermally stressed and experience an electrical short.
Risk: If the power switch shorts, it can result in an over-current condition in the ecu and lead to excessive heat, smoke, and possible fire.
Remedy: Bendix will provide a remedy kit and detailed instructions and also provide a labor allowance for the repair. 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 bendix at 1‑800‑478‑1793 or trail king at 605‑996‑6482.

Recall number 03V399000 · Recall details

Trailer hitchesReported October 16, 2003 · 47 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain low bed trailers equipped with a 2" removable kingpin, the 2" removable kingpin was produced with a single pass weld connecting the mount tube and 2" kingpin. Specifications require a triple pass weld in this area. Abnormal upward force can separate the mounting tube from the 2" kingpin.
Risk: If this 2" removable kingpin is not replaced, the trailer can separate from the tow vehicle and a crash could occur.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a replacement 2" removable kingpin. Owner notification began during october 2003. Owners should contact trail king at 1‑605‑996‑6482.

Recall number 03V406000 · Recall details

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Is the 2002 Trail King Trailer reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2002 Trail King Trailer.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Trail King Trailer?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2002 Trail King Trailer have?

3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes, air and trailer hitches.

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