Ameritrail, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V295000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V295000 by Ameritrail, Inc.. Affecting 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 Includes 5 affected units, Trailer Brake Actuator may Fail Prematurely, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

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

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V295000
Manufacturer: Ameritrail, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-06-04T00:00:00
Subject: Trailer brake actuator may fail prematurely
Component: Service Brakes
Potentially Affected Units: 5

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: Loss of braking ability can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 20

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SID: row-ppte-63kc~6wp4
NHTSA ID: 14V295000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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