Sundowner Trailers report card

Horse trailers · Stock trailers · Car hauler

Specs as published by the maker

CategoriesHorse trailersStock trailersCar hauler
Founded1976
HeadquartersColeman, OK source
PlantsNot yet verified
How it sellsSold through dealers
Frame materialAluminum on 17, steel on 1 of 18 models read
Models tracked here19
FrameAluminum source
AxlesNot yet verified
Warranty8 year main structure, 2 year components, 1 year electrical and sealants source
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

Warranty by part

  • Structural or frame 8 years.
  • Components and hardware 2 years.
  • Electrical 1 year.
  • Sealants 1 year.

Trailers manufactured August 2021 or later.

As the maker publishes it. The Warranty grade uses the structure or frame term for the maker's main model line only. source

Build facts (not graded)

Frame type and materialPublished for 18 of 19 model lines read
Axle brandPublished for 0 of 19 model lines read
Axle or suspension warranty stated by the makerPublished for 0 of 19 model lines read
Brake type and axles brakedPublished for 13 of 19 model lines read
Wiring and lightsPublished for 18 of 19 model lines read
Deck or floor material and thicknessPublished for 5 of 19 model lines read
Show the 19 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
Article Cargonot 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
Article Horselivestocktubular steelnot 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 readnot listed on the model pages we read
Tlr Cargogni beam aluminum, size 12”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lights3/4" Exterior grade ply
Tlr Toyhaulergaragegni beam aluminum, size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Toyhaulerkrawlergni beam aluminum, size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Toyhauleropengni beam aluminum, size 4"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Cargobpi beam aluminum, size 12”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lights3/4" Exterior grade ply
Tlr Cargoworkhorsebpi beam aluminum, size 12”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Cargoworkhorsegni beam aluminum, size 12”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)wiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Stockmanspecialbpi beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Rancherspecialgni beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Transportergni beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Transporterrtgni beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Ministockbpi beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Opencarhaulerbpi beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr Ultracarhaulerbpi beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readwiring described, LED lights6" aluminum plank floor
Tlr 4000apbpi beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lights6" aluminum plank floor
Tlr Aputility9624i beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)wiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
Tlr MC12BPi beam aluminumnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lights6" aluminum plank floor

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$25,850 to $81,400
median $35,000
129 listings, updated October 2026
$9,900 to $45,950
median $20,250
134 listings, updated October 2026
Stock trailers$10,900 to $41,900
median $30,000
16 listings, updated October 2026
$9,800 to $38,100
median $25,500
10 listings, updated October 2026
Car haulerNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
Cargo and enclosed$25,000 to $46,000
median $40,000
11 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet

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

6 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA naming Sundowner trailers, received 1998 to 2008. 0 were received in the last five years.

Most recent recalls

September 22, 2008, NHTSA campaign 08V483000

Maker named by NHTSA

SUNDOWNER TRAILERS, INC.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

SUNDOWNER IS RECALLING 4,535 SUNLITE LIVING QUARTER TRAILERS (MODELS 575 GN, 700 GN, 705 GN, 720 GN, 725 GN, 727 GN, 737, 740, 760, 777 GN, CARGO GN, STOCK GN, PROSTOCK GN, AND STAMPEDESL GN). THESE TRAILERS MAY NOT BE EQUIPPED WITH A FUSE IN LINE WITH THE WIRE HARNESS THAT CONNECTS TO THE TOW VEHICLE.

Remedy as filed

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE TRAILERS AND IF IT IS ONE OF THE SUSPECTED TRAILERS, THE DEALER WILL INSTALL AN IN LINE FUSE IN THE WIRE HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUNDOWNER AT 1-800-654-3879.

NHTSA lists about 4,535 potentially affected units for this campaign.
August 5, 2008, NHTSA campaign 08V382000

Maker named by NHTSA

SUNDOWNER TRAILERS, INC.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

SUNDOWNER IS RECALLING 2,185 MY 2003-2006 SUNLITE LQ 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

SUNDOWNER 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 SUNDOWNER AT 1-580-937-4256.

NHTSA lists about 2,185 potentially affected units for this campaign.
March 19, 2007, NHTSA campaign 07V111000

Maker named by NHTSA

SUNDOWNER TRAILERS, INC.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

CERTAIN RECREATIONAL, CARGO, AND HORSE TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, 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

SUNDOWNER WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). 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 YOU 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 SUNDOWNER AT 1-800-654-3879.

NHTSA lists about 5,254 potentially affected units for this campaign.
June 27, 2005, NHTSA campaign 05V301000

Maker named by NHTSA

SUNDOWNER TRAILERS, INC.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

ON CERTAIN HORSE/STOCK TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH DEXTER PREDATOR ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS AND WERE NOT FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH A STORAGE BATTERY, THE BREAK-AWAY SYSTEM BATTERY DOES NOT HAVE ENOUGH AMP HOURS TO MAINTAIN BRAKING FOR THE REQUIRED 15 MINUTES IN CASE OF TRAILER BREAK-AWAY WHEN USING THE ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM.

Remedy as filed

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BATTERY AND BATTERY BOX AND REWIRE THE TRAILER THROUGH THE STORAGE BATTERY. THEY WILL ALSO APPLY A NOTICE LABEL ON OR BY THE BATTERY LOCATION INFORMING THEM THAT THE BREAK-AWAY SYSTEM IS TIED INTO THE STORAGE BATTERY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 18, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUNDOWNER AT 1-800-654-3879, EXTENSION 2149.

NHTSA lists about 7 potentially affected units for this campaign.
March 13, 2001, NHTSA campaign 01V083000

Maker named by NHTSA

SUNDOWNER TRAILERS

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2-HORSE STEEL TRAILERS. THE WELD ACROSS THE TOP OF THE COUPLER HITCH COULD HAVE CAUSED A WEAK POINT IN THE TONGUE OF THE TRAILER.

Remedy as filed

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRAILERS AND REPLACE THE COUPLER HITCH IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUNDOWNER AT 1-800-654-3879.

NHTSA lists about 238 potentially affected units for this campaign.

Showing the 5 most recent of 6 campaigns. See every campaign on NHTSA by searching the campaign number or the maker name.

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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