Recall 12V-174: 2011 PJ Trailers DD

PJ TRAILERS recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Apr 19, 2012, covering about 194 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-174
Report date
Apr 19, 2012
Vehicles affected
194
Owners notified
Apr 17, 2012

The problem

Pj trailers is recalling certain model year 2012 trailers, equipped with dexter axle brand electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pumps. Some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps 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

Pj trailer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 17, 2012. Owners may contact pj trailers at 1-903-669-0213.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationâ’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerPJ TRAILERS
ComponentEquipment
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number12V174000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
PJ Trailers DD2011All 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-174?

Pj trailers is recalling certain model year 2012 trailers, equipped with dexter axle brand electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pumps. Some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.

How is recall 12V-174 fixed?

Pj trailer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 17, 2012. Owners may contact pj trailers at 1-903-669-0213.

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.