Recall 12V209000: 2012 United UXGN-8.544TR60, 2012 United UXT-8.524TA70

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
May 9, 2012
Vehicles affected
2
Models
2
Initiated by
ODI

The problem

United expressline is recalling two model year 2012 gooseneck trailers equipped with dexter 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

United expressline will notify owners, and dexter will replace the actuators, free of charge. The units have been repaired. Owners may contact united expressline, inc. At 1-574-848-7088.

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 http://www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2012 United UXGN-8.544TR60
  • 2012 United UXT-8.524TA70

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V209000
Manufacturer
UNITED EXPRESSLINE, INC.
Owner letters
May 22, 2012
Components
Equipment (Other / Unknown)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology