NHTSA Recall 12V116000: Equipment
4-STAR TRAILERS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the 4-STAR Trailers 4-HORSE Bumper Pull.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V116000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | March 22, 2012 |
| Owner notification | April 13, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
4-star trailer is recalling certain model year 2012 4-horse l.q., 4-horse bumper pull and polo trailers equipped with electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps. Some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.
Safety risk
The e/h brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. Failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
4-star trailers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The recall began on april 13, 2012. Owners may contact 4-star trailers at 1-800-848-3095 x140.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V116000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| 4-STAR Trailers 4-HORSE Bumper Pull | 2012 |
| 4-STAR Trailers 4-HORSE L.q. | 2012 |
| 4-STAR Trailers Polo Trailer | 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.