2020 Lakota Bighorn problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels:rim (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Suspension:multiple Axle 2023-08-03 · campaign 23V550000 · 65 vehicles ⚠ DO NOT DRIVE
Defect: Lakota Corporation (Lakota) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Bighorn and Charger Triple Axle 5&6 horse trailers. The main rails of the axle carrier may have been manufactured with an insufficient gauge steel, which can cause the carrier to break.
Risk: A broken axle carrier can cause the axles and tires to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use their trailer until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will install gussets and additional tubes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2023. Owners may contact Lakota customer service at 1-574-848-1636.
Structure:interior Panels:ceiling 2023-02-13 · campaign 23V077000 · 445 vehicles
Defect: Lakota Corporation (Lakota) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Bighorn trailers. The trey ceiling above the bed may not have been installed correctly and may detach.
Risk: A detached trey ceiling may fall on top of trailer occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Lakota will provide repair instructions and have screws installed in the trey ceiling, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Lakota customer service at 1-574-848-1636. Lakota's number for this recall is Trey Ceiling.
What owners report
2023-04-26 · Wheels:rim“ q, what component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? alcoa aluminum rim manufacturing defects part number 167041. at the moment i do have the rim available for inspection but alcoa wants it returned for warranty. q: how was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? the defects have shown…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.