2012–2016 4-Star Trailer Horse Gooseneck Recall: Hydraulic brake line may rupture where it connects to the brake caliper…
NHTSA campaign 17V036000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Jan 17, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 4-Star Trailer | Horse Gooseneck | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V036000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.