CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Skeeter ZXR, FXR, WR, ZX, WX, SX, and Solera Series boat trailers. The slide pins in the brake caliper assemblies may have been improperly torqued or assembled with the incorrect locking agent, allowing the brake calipers to dislodge.
- Risk
- A dislodged brake caliper can cause a loss of trailer braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Skeeter will notify owners, and dealers will tighten or, as necessary replace, the slide pins, free of charge. The recall began January 6, 2021. Owners may contact Skeeter customer service at 1-903-984-0541 or at www.skeeterboats.com.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2019 and 2020 Skeeter boat trailers may have brake caliper slide pins that were improperly torqued or assembled with the wrong locking agent. This can allow the brake calipers to come loose.
If a caliper dislodges, the trailer can lose braking, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their trailer checked as soon as possible.
The repair is free. Dealers will tighten the slide pins or replace them if needed. Skeeter will notify owners directly, but you can also contact Skeeter customer service at 1-903-984-0541 or visit www.skeeterboats.com. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Skeeter Boat Trailer | 20192020 |
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