Disc: caliperRecall 17V-036 · 2012–2016 4-Star Trailer Horse Gooseneck
4-STAR TRAILERS, INC recall 17V-036 covers 227 2012–2016 4-Star Trailer Horse Gooseneck for a disc: caliper problem, reported to NHTSA on January 17, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 66% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V036000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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.
The risk
If the hydraulic brake line ruptures there may be a loss of brake power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
66%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 76 vehicles were listed as unreachable.