NHTSA recall 12E003000 · Equipment
Equipment
The defect
Carlisle brake and friction company IS recalling certain hydrastar and hydrastar XL trailer brake actuators produced from october 5, 2011, through december 9, 2011. 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.
The risk
Loss of braking ability can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage.
The remedy
Carlisle brake and friction company will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pumps free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2012. owners may contact carlisle brake and friction company at 1-800-542-0972.