NHTSA Recall 12V171000: Equipment
ALUMINUM TRAILER COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Atc Qst.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V171000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | April 18, 2012 |
| Owner notification | April 18, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Aluminum trailer company (atc) is recalling certain model year 2012 rsx gooseneck and quest (qst) car haulers 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.
Safety 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.
Remedy
Atc will notify owners and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps, free of charge. Atc has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact atc at 1-877-441-2440.
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 tohttp://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V171000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.