2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER
The 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE. The most commonly reported problem area is the Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncoolerradiatorhoses And Fittings (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER, potentially affecting up to 4 vehicles.
Recall 19V661000 — SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
| 4 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncoolerradiatorhoses And Fittings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2019 4-Star Horse Trailer. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the rear wheel on the driver’s of the trailer detached from the axle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who replaced the wheel and the axle. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that the failure reoccurred two more times. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V661000 (Suspension); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 300,000.
The contact owns a 2019 FCC RV. The contact stated while reviewing the trailer; he noticed transmission fluid leaking under the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The trailer was diagnosed three times as transmission cooler failure. The failure was repaired by a local mechanic and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 21,500.
Safety Rating for the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER
- 2019 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER (current)
- 2020 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER — 0 complaints
- 2021 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER — 1 complaint
- 2022 4-STAR HORSE TRAILER — 0 complaints
Other 4-STAR Models
- 4-STAR HORSE GOOSENECK — 1 total complaint