2012 Elite Flatbed recall: equipment
Elite Trailers, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 31, 2012. It covers about 2 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2
- reported
- May 31, 2012
- owners notified
- May 30, 2012
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Elite trailers, inc. (elite) is recalling two model year 2012 elite flatbed trailers equipped with a dexter axle electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pump. This pump may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in this pump which can render the unit inoperable.
- 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.
- Remedy
- Elite will notify the owners, and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pump, free of charge. Owners may contact elite trailers, inc. At 1‑918‑962‑4567.
Recall number 12V246000
Affected vehicles
- Elite Flatbed 2012 2012
Questions about recall 12V246000
Is there a recall on the 2012 Elite Flatbed equipment?
Yes. Recall 12V246000, reported on May 31, 2012, covers about 2 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V246000?
Elite will notify the owners, and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pump, free of charge. Owners may contact elite trailers, inc. At 1‑918‑962‑4567.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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