Recall 12V-180: 2011 Circle W CWT68288K, 2011 Circle W CWT68327K and 2 more
CIRCLE W TRAILERS recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Apr 24, 2012, covering about 4 vehicles.
The problem
Circle w is recalling certain model year 2011 gooseneck livestock trailers 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 this 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
Circle w will notify owners and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pumps, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 12, 2012. Owners may contact circle w at 1-334-374-2560.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CIRCLE W TRAILERS |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V180000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Circle W CWT68288K | 2011 | All years |
| Circle W CWT68327K | 2011 | All years |
| Circle W CWT68328K | 2011 | All years |
| Circle W CWT7327K | 2011 | All 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-180?
Circle w is recalling certain model year 2011 gooseneck livestock trailers 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 this pump which can render the unit inoperable.
How is recall 12V-180 fixed?
Circle w will notify owners and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pumps, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 12, 2012. Owners may contact circle w at 1-334-374-2560.
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.