2021 Ranger Trail Trailers Recall #TS-0037: Trailer Tire Clearance

March 24, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V205000

Premature Tire Wear Caused by Fenders

Premature wear may cause a tire blow out, increasing the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V205

Manufacturer Tracker Marine, LLC

Components STRUCTURE

Potential Number of Units Affected 184

 

Summary

Tracker Marine, LLC (Tracker) is recalling certain Ranger Trail NZ18, NZ19, NZ20, NZ21, ZV20, and ZV21 trailers. The 18 inch tires may rub against the fiberglass fenders causing premature wear.

 

Remedy

Tracker will notify owners, and dealers will raise the fenders by installing shims on all NZ models and replacing the axle on all ZV models, free of charge. Owners are advised not to drive the trailer until the remedy is complete. Tracker will provide a tow or on-site repair. Owners may contact Tracker customer service at 1-417-873-4555. Tracker’s number for this recall is TS-0037.

 

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.

 

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March 23, 2021

Service Bulletin – Recall Pending NHTSA Approval

 

Recall #TS-0037: Trailer Tire Clearance – NZ18/19/20/21, ZV20/21

Condition: Inadequate tire clearance

Models Affected: All 2021 Fiberglass Fender Nitro Z18/19/20/21 and ZV20/21 trailers  with 18″ wheels manufactured before 3/8/21

Time Allowed:
NZ Trailers: 1.5 hours
ZV Trailers: 3.5 hours

 

Bulletin Information

DESCRIPTION OF CONCERN:

The affected trailers do not have adequate clearance.  The potential exists for tires to make contact with the fenders.  Due to the nature of this concern, arrangements need to be made to have the trailer transported to the location of repair via flatbed, or a technician be sent to the trailer location for repair.

 

REQUIRED PART NUMBER:

NZ Trailers: 351445 – KIT,RECALL,TRLR,NZ21/20/19/18

ZV Trailers: 351446 – KIT,RECALL,TRLR,ZV21/20

TIRES/WHEELS vary between trailers.  If tires are damaged refer to the parts portal.

 

VERIFICATION PROCESS:

Check affected serial number list provided with this bulletin or enter the trailer serial number in the Service Bulletin Inquiry on the dealer portal

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION:

NZ Trailers: Add 1/4″ shims on starbord side per provided instructions.

ZV Trailers: Replace axles with proper beam length axles per the provided instructions.

Order the necessary parts on the dealer portal and file a claim for parts and labor once the repairs are complete.

NOTE THAT INTERNET EXPLORER MUST BE USED TO ENABLE LINKS TO VIEW DOCUMENTS

View the affected serial number list in PDF or Excel by clicking the format of choice below.

 

NZ18/19/20/21 Fender Shim Instructions

Parts Needed

351445 – KIT,RECALL,TRLR,NZ21/20/19/18

 

TOOLS NEEDED

IMPACT DRIVER

9/16” SOCKET

PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW DRIVER

 

1) Remove fender pads from Starboard side fender to allow access to bolts. This will destroy the mats.

 

2) Remove nuts and washers from thru-bolts attaching the fender to the mounting bracket allowing bolts to be removed.

 

3) Remove circled bolts in image below. This will allow fender to be maneuvered to place ¼” shims.

 

4) Place ¼” shims between mounting bracket and fender so it aligns with bolt holes. (Referenced images below shows fender removed for clarity, however, fender does not need to be removed; This should align with holes 1,2,and 3 in images above)

 

5) Put bolts back through the three thru-holes removed from ensuring the bolt goes through the hole in the added ¼” shims.

 

6) Place washers and nuts back on bolts (nuts should not be tightened down yet)

 

7) Push fender fully against side rail then tighten the nuts in sequence (1-5) shown in above images ensuring fender is securely fastened.

 

8) Clean area where mats were removed to ensure flat surface for installation of new mats.

 

9) Wipe down area for new mats to be installed.

 

10) Peel backing off of mats and place in appropriate location.

 

11) Ensure pressure is applied to entire surface area of mat to ensure they stick properly to surface.

 

ZV20/21 Trailer Axle Replacement

TOOLS REQUIRED:

• IMPACT DRIVE
• ¾” DEEP WELL SOCKET
• 5/8” SOCKET
• EXTENSION
• JACK STANDS
• JACK
• WIRE CUTTERS

 

PARTS REQUIRED:

• P#351446 – KIT,RECALL,TRLR,ZV21/20

 

1) Once trailer is properly secured on jack stands; Remove wheels from axle you will be working on. You will need an impact driver and a ¾” deep wall socket. NOTE: Image below is for reference and may not be the wheel you actually remove.

 

2) The Zip Ties holding the brake line on the rear axle will need to be cut with wire cutters.

 

3) Using a 5/8” socket with extension remove the 2 bolts holding the caliper mounting bracket to the brake flange.

 

4) Move the caliper to where it no longer sits on the axle and it will not be damaged.

 

5) Remove the rotor from the hub and set to the side.

 

6) With a 5/8” socket, remove the nylock nuts from the u-bolts allowing the axle to separate from the springs.

 

7) Remove u-bolts from axle beam and remove axle from off springs.

 

8) After removing the axle this is what you will see.

 

9) Bring replacement axle over to trailer. Orientation of axle must be identified to properly install new axle. There will be a dot or some type of marking on the bottom side of the axle. This mark needs to be on the curb side of the trailer (i.e. starboard side of boat).

 

10) Place new axle back in place. Ensure the nub of the spring seats into the hole on the spring seat. This prevents the axle from moving while in tow.

 

11) Once axle is located, place u-bolts over axle beam and put through the tie plate sandwiching the spring and beam together. Place washer and the nylock nut on u-bolts. Torque nuts to 45 ft-lbs. Try to ensure thread penetration is equal across all u-bolt threads as seen. This will need to be done for both sides of the trailer.

 

12) Place rotor back on the hub.

 

13) Seat caliper over rotor and align caliper mounting bracket holes with the brake flange holes as seen. Place Loc-Titeon threads of bolts and thread bolts with lock washers into threaded holes on the caliper mounting bracket. Torque to 40 ft-lbs. This will be done for both sides of the axle.

 

14) Zip tie brake line back onto axle ensure the brake line is secured to the top side of the axle. This will require 6 evenly spaced zip ties. Snip off the access to the zip tie when fully tightened.

 

15) Place original wheels back on hubs and thread lug nuts onto studs. Tighten to 90 ft lbs in a star pattern.

 

16) Repeat this process for the front axle noting that no zip ties will have to be removed as only the rear axle has brake line going across it.

 

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6 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKE	MODEL	YEAR
RANGER TRAIL	NZ18	2021
RANGER TRAIL	NZ19	2021
RANGER TRAIL	NZ20	2021
RANGER TRAIL	NZ21	2021
RANGER TRAIL	ZV20	2021
RANGER TRAIL	ZV21	2021

 

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7 Associated Documents

Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-2

RCLQRT-21V205-8607.PDF 211.134KB

 

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Safety Bulletin

RCSB-21V205-3022.pdf 6790.888KB

 

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Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-21V205-8325.PDF 214.888KB

 

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Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-21V205-9233.pdf 645.86KB

 

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Recall 573 Report- Amendment 1

RCLRPT-21V205-5037.PDF 214.89KB

 

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Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-3

RCLQRT-21V205-3140.PDF 211.235KB

 

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Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-4

RCLQRT-21V205-3015.PDF 211.318KB

 

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Latest Recalls Documents

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=21V205&docType=RCL

 

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