Recall 12V-237: 2011 Butler BC-1010

BUTLER TRAILER MFG CO, INC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 24, 2012, covering about 4 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-237
Report date
May 24, 2012
Vehicles affected
4
Owners notified
May 7, 2012

The problem

Butler trailers (Butler) is recalling certain model year 2011 bc-1010 cargo trailers equipped with a dexter axle 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

Butler will notify owners, and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 7, 2012. Owners may contact butler trailers, inc. At 1-336-674-8390.

Notes

Butler will notify owners, and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pump, free of charge.butler has not provided a notification schedule.owners may contact butler trailers, inc. At 1-336-674-8390.

Recall details

ManufacturerBUTLER TRAILER MFG CO, INC
ComponentEquipment
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number12V237000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Butler BC-10102011All 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-237?

Butler trailers (Butler) is recalling certain model year 2011 bc-1010 cargo trailers equipped with a dexter axle 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-237 fixed?

Butler will notify owners, and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (E/h) brake actuator pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 7, 2012. Owners may contact butler trailers, inc. At 1-336-674-8390.

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.