NHTSA vehicle safety data

2003 Elite Horse Trailer Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2003 Elite Horse Trailer has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Elite dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2003 Elite Horse Trailer. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #13V321000

Reported July 23, 2013 · Compass Conversions, LLC

Potentially affected: 2 vehicles

Defect description

Compass Conversions is recalling one model year 2007 Bloomer Horse Trailer and one model year 2003 Elite Horse Trailer. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.

Safety consequence

If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Compass Conversions will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with one of a different design. The recall began in April 2013. Owners may contact Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other Elite Horse Trailer model years

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