Carlisle Brake And Friction Company | NHTSA Recall #12E003000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12E003000 by Carlisle Brake And Friction Company. Includes 1,165 affected units, TRAILER BRAKE ACTUATORS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.