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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V129000

2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks | 2011 Load Max Hd Goosenecks — Service brakes

Published April 10, 2013 · Recall initiated: April 9, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V129000, published April 10, 2013 and initiated April 9, 2013. Recalling firm: Load Trail, LLC; 2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks | 2011 Load Max Hd Goosenecks — Service brakes.

What's the hazard

Load Trail LLC (Load Trail) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Load Max HD Goosenecks trailers manufactured October 21, 2011, through May 9, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump missed a heat treat operation causing the actuator to wear at a higher than normal rate. As a result, the hydraulic pump could fail and result in a loss of braking ability in the trailer.

What to do

Load Trail will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pumps free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Load Trail at 1-903-783-3900.

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Recall details

Brand
LOAD MAX
Model
HD GOOSENECKS
Manufacturer
Load Trail, LLC
Lot
2012 LOAD MAX HD GOOSENECKS | 2011 LOAD MAX HD GOOSENECKS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks | 2011 Load Max Hd Goosenecks — Service brakes recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V129000 on April 10, 2013. Reported hazard: Load Trail LLC (Load Trail) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Load Max HD Goosenecks trailers manufactured October 21, 2011, through May 9, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump missed a heat treat operation causing the actuator to wear at a higher than normal rate. As a result, the hydraulic pump could fail and result in a loss of braking ability in the trailer.

What should I do if I have this product?

Load Trail will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pumps free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Load Trail at 1-903-783-3900.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LOAD MAX. Model: HD GOOSENECKS.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)