2012 Elite Livestock Trailer — Service brakes, hydraulic
Published May 21, 2013 · Recall initiated: May 17, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V209000, published May 21, 2013 and initiated May 17, 2013. Recalling firm: Elite Trailer Manufacturing, LLC; 2012 Elite Livestock Trailer — Service brakes, hydraulic.
What's the hazard
Elite Trailer Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2012 Livestock Gooseneck trailers manufactured November 17, 2011, through January 17, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic brake pump missed a heat treating 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
Elite Trailer has notified all affected owners and dealers have replaced all of the defective actuators. Owners may contact Elite Trailer at 1-800-657-7305.
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Recall details
- Brand
- ELITE
- Model
- LIVESTOCK TRAILER
- Manufacturer
- Elite Trailer Manufacturing, LLC
- Lot
- 2012 ELITE LIVESTOCK TRAILER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Elite Livestock Trailer — Service brakes, hydraulic recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V209000 on May 21, 2013. Reported hazard: Elite Trailer Manufacturing is recalling certain model year 2012 Livestock Gooseneck trailers manufactured November 17, 2011, through January 17, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic brake pump missed a heat treating 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?
Elite Trailer has notified all affected owners and dealers have replaced all of the defective actuators. Owners may contact Elite Trailer at 1-800-657-7305.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ELITE. Model: LIVESTOCK TRAILER.