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NHTSARecalled Jun 4, 2014 · #14V295000

Trailer Brake Actuator may Fail Prematurely

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Ameritrail, Inc.(Ameritrail) is recalling certain model year 2011 Ranch King GN24-21E, GN36-25D42, GN40-21D42, and MFDD36-242 trailers equipped with certain Carlisle Hydrastar and Hydrastar XL trailer brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump for the brake actuator 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. Loss of braking ability can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage.

Product details

Product
Trailer Brake Actuator may Fail Prematurely
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ameritrail, Inc.
Model numbers
2011 Ranch, GN24-21E, GN36-25D42, GN40-21D42, MFDD36-242
UPCs

What you should do

Ameritrail will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuator, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2014. Owners may contact Ameritrail customer service at 1-407-892-1100.

View the official CPSC notice