- 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
2016 Bison Trail Hand Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2016 Bison Trail Hand have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 2017 for the labels.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Trail Hand year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2016 Bison Trail Hand recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Bison Coach, LLC (Bison) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Premiere, Silverado, Laredo, Ranger, Trail Hand, and Trail Boss gooseneck horse trailers. The affected trailers do not have an inline fuse installed on the battery cable.
- The risk
- In the event of an electrical short circuit, the battery wiring could overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Bison has notified owners, and dealers will install a 30-amp inline fuse on the battery cable, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2016. Owners may contact Bison customer service at 1-574-658-4161. Bison's number for this recall is 9010.
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Bison Trail Hand: every year compared
All Trail Hand years2016 Bison Trail Hand vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Bison Trail Hand | 0 | 2 | D | |
| 2016 Bison Silverado | 1 | 2 | F | 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 2016 Bison Trail Hand
Does the 2016 Bison Trail Hand have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Bison Trail Hand: labels (May 2017); cables (August 2016). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2016 Bison Trail Hand had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2016 Bison Trail Hand a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Bison Trail Hand 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 2016 Bison Trail Hand 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