NHTSA vehicle safety data
2018 Stargate Dump Trailer Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2018 Stargate Dump Trailer has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Stargate dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Stargate Dump Trailer. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
NHTSA #21V238000Reported April 5, 2021 · Stargate Manufacturing Ltd
Potentially affected: 6 vehicles
Defect description
Stargate Manufacturing Ltd (Stargate) is recalling certain 2018-2019 DUMP trailers equipped with the Smart-Steer 2.0 self-steering axle with a bolt-on steer arm at 8-7/8" tie-rod location. Under heavy loading, the bolts attaching the steer arm to the knuckle can shear.
Safety consequence
The steer arm can detach from the knuckle and drag, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Stargate will notify owners, and dealers will weld the steering arm and/or replace the defective bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Stargate customer service at 1-905-636-6888, extension 30. Stargate's number for this recall is SB009R.
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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