Tracker Marine Pro 18

Model Pro 18 made by Tracker Marine got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsuspension, trailer hitches.

Model 1996

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SUSPENSION
95V212000TRACKER MARINE CORP.from 08/01/1995 to 10/01/1995V (Vehicle)43810/27/1995MFRTRACKER MARINE L.L.C.11/01/199511/09/1995
Defect SummaryThe slide axle assemblies are secured to the trailer frame with u-bolts, nuts, and lock washers. these bolts were not tightened properly which can cause the slide axle assemblies to move laterally allowing the trailer to not follow the tow vehicle correctly.
Consequence SummaryThe trailer may swing back and forth increasing the risk of a vehicle collision.
Corrective SummaryDealers will tighten the bolts to the proper torque value.
NotesSystem: suspension.vehicle description: 16', 17', 18', 20' and 21' boat trailers with slide axle assemblies.note: owners who take their trailers to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact tracker marine at 1-417-882-4444. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
TRAILER HITCHES
96V210000TRACKER MARINE CORP.from 08/02/1995 to 04/23/1996V (Vehicle)221510/16/1996MFRTRACKER MARINE L.L.C.10/24/199610/30/1996
Defect SummaryThe fender mounting bracket does not have sufficient clearance for the tire when the trailer and boat are in a loaded condition.
Consequence SummaryThe fender mounting bracket can come in contact with the tire causing the tire to chunk rubber out of the center of the tire. this could cause a tire failure increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will modify the fender mounting bracket to allow the sufficient clearance for the tire when the trailer and boat are in the loaded condition.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification is expected to beginnote:owners who take their trailer to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact tracker marine at 1-417-882-4444.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.