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- SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
- Problem
- 4-Star Trailers, Inc. (4-Star Trailers) is recalling certain 2019 4S8D337 and 4S4D258LQ trailers equipped with Dexter axles. The axles may lack the proper amount of grease on the inner and outer bearings in the hubs.
- Risk
- The ungreased axle bearings may result in a wheel locking up, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- All owners were notified and the trailers were corrected, free of charge. The recall began January 14, 2020. Owners may contact Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888 or 4-Star Trailers customer service at 1-800-848-3095 or 1-405-324-7827.
- 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
Certain 2019 4-Star horse trailers with Dexter axles may not have enough grease on the inner and outer wheel bearings in the hubs. Without proper lubrication, a wheel can lock up, which affects how the trailer handles and raises the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected 2019 4-Star trailer, the manufacturer notified owners and the trailers are repaired free of charge. The recall began January 14, 2020. Contact Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888 or 4-Star Trailers customer service at 1-800-848-3095 or 1-405-324-7827 to arrange the fix. You can also check your trailer's VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| 4-STAR Trailer Horse Trailer | 2019 |
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