Recall 12V-113: Featherlite Featherlite
FEATHERLITE, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Mar 22, 2012, covering about 5 vehicles.
The problem
Featherlite is recalling certain model year 2012 8415 trailers, equipped with 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
Featherlite will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 19, 2012. Owners may contact featherlite at 1-877-903-1444.
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 | FEATHERLITE, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V113000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Featherlite Featherlite | — | 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-113?
Featherlite is recalling certain model year 2012 8415 trailers, equipped with 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-113 fixed?
Featherlite will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 19, 2012. Owners may contact featherlite at 1-877-903-1444.
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.