Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
ELITE
Model Of Vehicle
LIVESTOCK TRAILER
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
13V209000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Effect Of Defect
Loss Of Braking Ability Can Lead To Loss Of Control Of The Trailer, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash, Serious Injuries, Or Property Damage.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Elite Trailer Manufacturing, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20111117
End Of Manufacture
20120117
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3
Date Owners Notified
20130517
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Elite Trailer Manufacturing, Llc
Date Report Received
20130517