2002 Load Rite Boat Trailer problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger/Bracket (1) · Structure:body (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
What owners report
2015-08-15 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 💥 crash“the original trailer coupler/surge brake activator on my approximately 15 year old two axle boat trailer (loadrite ab 24-4000 was professionally replaced due to the failure of the hydraulic surge brake actuation mechanism in the original coupler. the trailer was carrying its usual load ' a vintage 1959 lyman wooden boat that has been carried on th…”
2015-02-11 · Structure:body · 120,000 mi“tl* the contact owned a 2002 load rite boat trailer. the contact stated that the main support rails were cracked. the trailer was taken to a welding shop where it was diagnosed that the trailer was destroyed. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 120,000. …”
2007-08-22 · Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger/Bracket“i was driving with my trailer loaded and the fender / leaf spring bolt sheared off. this allows the fender to rub the tire and has broken the marker light wiring. 3 of these bolts have broken on this trailer in 4 months since purchase in april. *tr…”
2002-10-10 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components“consumer states that the brakes will lock up while driving without warning. happended 3 times. contacted manufacturer. mr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.