Vehicle recall 21V463000 · June 18, 2021
2017-2019 Trailstar Dump Trailer
The steering arm may detach from the steering knuckle during certain low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers.
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 2017-2019 International Dump trailers equipped with Ingersoll Smart-Steer self steer axles. The steering arm may detach from the steering knuckle during certain low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers.
- Consequence
- A detached steering arm may cause a loss of steering control. In addition, attachment hardware may fall and become a road hazard. Both of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the steer arm and apply welds, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 2, 2021. Owners may contact Trailstar customer service at 330-821-9900.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V463000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 18, 2021
- Filed by
- Trailstar International Inc
- Owner notification
- June 2, 2021
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 3
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering; Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
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 (2017-2019): 2019, 2018, 2017
Has your Trailstar been repaired?
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