NHTSA recall 12V174000
Equipment
PJ Trailers DD
Reported Apr 19, 2012194 vehicles affectedPJ TRAILERS
The defect
Pj trailers IS recalling certain model year 2012 trailers, equipped with dexter axle brand electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps. some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. this condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.
The risk
The e/h brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Pj trailer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. the safety recall began on april 17, 2012. owners may contact pj trailers at 1-903-669-0213.