Bison Trailers report card

Horse trailers

Specs as published by the maker

CategoriesHorse trailers
Founded1984
HeadquartersMilford, IN source
PlantsNot yet verified
Models tracked here4
FrameSteel or aluminum frame models source
AxlesNot yet verified
WarrantyNot yet verified
WebsiteOfficial site

Taken from each maker's own published pages and checked October 26, 2026. Makers can change them at any time. Report an error

Build facts (not graded)

Frame type and materialPublished for 0 of 4 model lines read
Axle brandPublished for 0 of 4 model lines read
Axle or suspension warranty stated by the makerPublished for 0 of 4 model lines read
Brake type and axles brakedPublished for 0 of 4 model lines read
Wiring and lightsPublished for 4 of 4 model lines read
Deck or floor material and thicknessPublished for 0 of 4 model lines read
Show the 4 model lines we read
Model lineFrame type and materialAxle brandAxle or suspension warranty stated by the makerBrake type and axles brakedWiring and lightsDeck or floor material and thickness
Rangernot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readwiring described, LED lightsnot listed on the model pages we read
Ricochetnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readwiring described, LED lightsnot listed on the model pages we read
Silveradonot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readwiring described, LED lightsnot listed on the model pages we read
Trail Hand Lq Stock Back Combonot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readwiring described, LED lightsnot listed on the model pages we read

Plain facts from the maker's model pages we read. They never change a grade. Not listed on the model pages we read does not mean the trailer lacks the feature, because many makers show specs in images, brochures, or dealer sheets.

Typical prices by type

TypeTypical newTypical used
Horse trailers$45,000 to $87,450
median $69,000
147 listings, updated October 2026
$24,950 to $64,900
median $43,000
118 listings, updated October 2026
Stock trailers$48,000 to $80,000
median $66,500
28 listings, updated October 2026
$45,900 to $68,400
median $52,000
6 listings, updated October 2026

Typical prices come from thousands of public dealer and classified listings across the US, refreshed monthly. Each range is the middle 80 percent of advertised prices for that exact brand, trailer type, and condition, split by GVWR class and, for equipment and car haulers, tilt deck or ramps. Types and weight classes are never blended. Ranges show only when at least 5 listings from at least two different sellers match.

Recall history

4 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA naming Bison trailers, received 2008 to 2017. 0 were received in the last five years.

Most recent recalls

November 22, 2017, NHTSA campaign 17V754000

Maker named by NHTSA

Bison Coach, LLC

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

Bison Coach, LLC (Bison) is recalling certain 2010 Stratus, Aluma Sport, Trail Express, and Trail Hand recreational trailers, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Remedy as filed

Bison will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Bison customer service at 1-574-658-4161, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

NHTSA lists about 200 potentially affected units for this campaign.
May 17, 2017, NHTSA campaign 17V325000

Maker named by NHTSA

Bison Coach, LLC

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

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."

Remedy as filed

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.

NHTSA lists about 192 potentially affected units for this campaign.
August 25, 2016, NHTSA campaign 16V622000

Maker named by NHTSA

Bison Coach, LLC

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

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.

Remedy as filed

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.

NHTSA lists about 654 potentially affected units for this campaign.
August 1, 2008, NHTSA campaign 08V379000

Maker named by NHTSA

BISON MANUFACTURING LLC

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

BISON IS RECALLING 1,266 MY 2003-2006 ALUMASPORT AND STRATUS HORSE TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION. THE REFRIGERATOR MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.

Remedy as filed

BISON IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST THE OWNER IN LOCATING DEALERSHIPS OR SERVICE CENTERS AND WILL PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH SCHEDULING OF APPOINTMENTS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOMETIC/STERICYCLE AT 1-888-446-5157 OR BISON AT 1-574-658-4161.

NHTSA lists about 1,266 potentially affected units for this campaign.

Source: NHTSA recall data. Quoted text is the maker's own filing, shown as NHTSA publishes it. A recall is a safety campaign filed by a maker and is not a finding that anyone did something wrong. Campaigns that name more than one brand count for each brand named.

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