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2018 Elite Horse Trailer problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2018 Elite Horse Trailer — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

Does the 2018 Elite Horse Trailer have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V321000OtherMay 4, 2023 · 5 units

Defect

Outback Customs, LLC (Outback) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cimarron, and 2018-2020 Elite horse trailers, equipped with certain 3 burner cooking stoves, with part numbers S31, R1731 and R2131. The saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the O-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.

Consequence

A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Outback customer service at 1-405-745-6666.

2018 Elite Horse Trailer — common questions

Is the 2018 Elite Horse Trailer reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Elite Horse Trailer have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Elite Horse Trailer. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.