Recall 12V-162: 2012 Falcon Gooseneck

FALCON TRAILER WORKS, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Apr 10, 2012, covering about 1 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-162
Report date
Apr 10, 2012
Vehicles affected
1
Owners notified
Apr 10, 2012

The problem

Falcon is recalling one model year 2012 gooseneck trailer equipped with a dexter axle brand 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 the pump which can render the unit inoperable.

The 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.

The fix

Falcon will notify the owner and dexter axle will replace the electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pump, free of charge. The vehicle was repaired during april 2012. Owners may contact falcon trailer works, inc. At 1-903-877-2077 or dexter axle at 1-260-636-5311.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerFALCON TRAILER WORKS, INC.
ComponentEquipment
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number12V162000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Falcon Gooseneck2012All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-162?

Falcon is recalling one model year 2012 gooseneck trailer equipped with a dexter axle brand 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 the pump which can render the unit inoperable.

How is recall 12V-162 fixed?

Falcon will notify the owner and dexter axle will replace the electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pump, free of charge. The vehicle was repaired during april 2012. Owners may contact falcon trailer works, inc. At 1-903-877-2077 or dexter axle at 1-260-636-5311.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.