- The problem
- Bison Coach, LLC (Bison) is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bison Horse Trailers, models Laredo, Premiere, Ranger, Silverado, Trail Boss and Trail Hand. These trailers contain incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) information on the Certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- If a trailer does not have the correct label, the users may overload the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Bison will notify owners and provide them with a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2017. Owners may contact Bison customer service at 1-574-658-4161. Bison's number for this recall is 9011.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Bison Premiere Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2018 Bison Premiere with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2017 for the labels. For comparison, the 2017 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Premiere year, for its age
#365 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Bison Premiere problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2018 Bison Premiere recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2018 Bison Premiere
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
With less than 10000 miles of hauling (5000 miles unloaded) the welds on the trailer have broken throughout the entire frame including floor, nose cone and gooseneck. There are separating seams and skin peeling from the extra skin part of the trailer. It has been looked at by an inspector and deemed to have structural failure. The trailer was purchased new in april of 2018. The trailer is no longer to be safely hauled due to the defective welds and parts.
Bison Premiere: every year compared
All Premiere years2018 Bison Premiere vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Bison Premiere | 1 | 1 | C | |
| 2018 Bison Ranger | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 Bison Premiere
Does the 2018 Bison Premiere have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Bison Premiere: labels (May 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Bison Premiere?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Bison Premiere had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 3, 2018 and the latest on September 3, 2018. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Bison Premiere a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 43 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Bison Premiere year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2018 Bison Premiere has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data