2019 4-Star Trailer Horse Trailer Recall: Axles may lack the proper amount of grease on the inner and outer bearings…
NHTSA campaign 19V661000 · Suspension · filed Sep 18, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The 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.
The risk
The ungreased axle bearings may result in a wheel locking up, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of 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
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.
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 Trailer | 2019 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V661000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.