CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The hydraulic brake line on these gooseneck horse trailers can rupture where it connects to the brake caliper. This causes brake fluid to leak and can result in a loss of brake power, which increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy is free. Authorized dealers will replace the brake line's compression fitting with a banjo fitting at no cost to you. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may also contact 4-Star Trailers customer service at 1-800-848-3095, and should check their trailer's VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| 4-STAR Trailer Horse Gooseneck | 20122013201420152016 |
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