Vehicle recall 18V585000 · September 8, 2018
2019 Trailstar Dump Trailer
The locking device on the wheel end nut may be improperly installed, which can cause the wheel to separate from the axle.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Trailstar International Inc. (Trailstar) is recalling certain 2019 Dump trailers. The locking device on the wheel end nut may be improperly installed, which can cause the wheel to separate from the axle.
- Consequence
- If the wheel separates from the axle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Trailstar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the retaining clip on the Pro Torque nuts, properly securing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin on September 17, 2018. Owners may contact Trailstar customer service at 1-330-821-9900 or AXN Heavy Duty at 1-502-882-9122.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V585000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 8, 2018
- Filed by
- Trailstar International Inc
- Owner notification
- September 17, 2018
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 37
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Trailstar Dump Trailer (2019): 2019
Has your Trailstar been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Trailstar dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.