Stratos boats/aluminum wheels
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: boat trailers equipped with aluminum wheels. these wheels have a chamfered central hole where the axle spindle passes through. on some, the chamfer is too shallow causing the wheel bearing dust cap to protrude behind the wheel. when this cap is protruding, wheel lug bolt torque will not remain tightened.
Safety Consequence
If undetected, wheel studs can break allowing the wheel to fall off increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Stratos has gone out of business. the correction was to replace these wheels.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Stratos Boats, Inc. or involving Wheels.
FAQ: Recall 99V293000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V293000?
NHTSA recall 99V293000 was issued by Stratos Boats, Inc. on October 25, 1999. It addresses: Stratos boats/aluminum wheels. The recall affects approximately 2,433 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Stratos Boats, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V293000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.