4-STAR HORSE GOOSENECK 2012: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V036000

Make Model Year
4-STAR HORSE GOOSENECK 2012
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-03-14 2017-01-17 2017-01-19

Production Dates: 2012-01-01 - 2016-10-01

Manufacturers Involved: 4-Star Trailers, Inc.

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 227

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

4-Star Trailers, Inc. "4-Star" is recalling certain 2012-2016 Gooseneck Horse trailers. The hydraulic brake line may rupture where it connects to the brake caliper, resulting in a brake fluid leak and a loss of braking.

Consequence

If the hydraulic brake line ruptures there may be a loss of brake power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

4-Star will notify owners, and dealers will change the brake line compression fitting to a banjo fitting, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact 4-Star customer service at 1-800-848-3095.

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.