Recall 12V-209: 2012 United Uxgn-8.544TR60, 2012 United UXT-8.524TA70

UNITED EXPRESSLINE, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 9, 2012, covering about 2 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-209
Report date
May 9, 2012
Vehicles affected
2
Owners notified
May 22, 2012

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 administrationâ’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerUNITED EXPRESSLINE, INC.
ComponentEquipment
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number12V209000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
United Uxgn-8.544TR602012All years
United UXT-8.524TA702012All 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-209?

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.

How is recall 12V-209 fixed?

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.

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.