Recall 15V455 affects 346 2016 Trailstar Tahoe trailers with incorrect load range C tires. Repair is free at any franchised Trailstar dealer.
Trailstar is recalling 346 2016 Tahoe boat trailers because they were built with load range C tires instead of the specified load range D tires. If a trailer exceeds the tire load rating, a tire can suddenly fail and raise the risk of a crash; Trailstar dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tires on the 2016 Trailstar Tahoe boat trailer carry the trailer, boat, gear, and road load through the wheel assemblies. Trailstar specified load range "D" tires for Tahoe 400, 450, 500, and 550 trailers because that sidewall rating matches the trailer's required carrying capacity.
On affected trailers, load range "C" tire and wheel assemblies were installed instead. A load range is the tire's rated carrying capacity, printed on the sidewall. The wrong assemblies were purchased for the load range "D" application, so the tire sidewall rating does not match what the trailer was built to use.
Owners can check the sidewall marking. The incorrect tires show load range "C"; the correct tire and wheel assemblies show load range "D." Before failure, the tires can show accelerated wear or run hotter than normal.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Trailstar Tahoe | tire |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 346 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Trailstar Tahoe trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A trailer loaded beyond the tire rating can make the tire fail suddenly and increase crash risk. Watch for accelerated tire wear or tires running hotter than normal, and schedule the recall repair before hauling heavy loads. Repair is free at any franchised Trailstar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Trailstar Tahoe trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Trailstar dealer to schedule the free wheel and tire replacement that corrects the load range C tires with load range D tires.
- Bring the recall notice if one was mailed. If not, reference recall number 15V455 when you call.
- Keep the trailer within the tire rating and avoid extra cargo until the correct load range D tires are installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Trailstar technician replaces the wheels fitted with load range "C" tires with wheels fitted with the correct load range "D" tires. The replacement parts and labor are covered under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for the same wheel or tire load-range correction before the recall work, Trailstar's general reimbursement plan covers documented related expenses. Bring your repair paperwork and receipts to the service desk when you arrive.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 20, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| July 20, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 22, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| July 27, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 8, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V455?
Recall 15V455 covers 346 2016 Trailstar Tahoe boat trailers built with load range C tires instead of the specified load range D tires. If the trailer exceeds the tire rating, a tire can fail suddenly and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the affected wheels and tires for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Trailstar Tahoe is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 15V455. If it is, contact a franchised Trailstar dealer to schedule replacement of the load range C wheel and tire assemblies with the correct load range D assemblies. Reference recall TS-0031 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 15V455 is free replacement of the incorrect load range C wheel and tire assemblies with the specified load range D assemblies at a dealer.
What is the safety risk for this Trailstar Tahoe recall?
The safety risk is sudden tire failure when the trailer exceeds the tire load rating. A tire failure while towing can increase the risk of a crash. Confirm whether your trailer is included, then have the dealer install the correct load range D wheel and tire assemblies for free.
What if I bought this Trailstar Tahoe trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your trailer is included in recall 15V455, then call a Trailstar dealer and reference recall TS-0031.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V455000 |
|---|---|
| Trailstar customer service | 1-417-873-4555 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V455 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V455000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →