TRAILSTAR 2019 TRAILSTAR DUMP TRAILER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2019 TRAILSTAR DUMP TRAILER
Brand
TRAILSTAR
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2019
Trailstar International Inc is recalling certain 2019 TRAILSTAR DUMP TRAILER vehicles due to steering issues. 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 scenar.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026