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NHTSA Recall 12V381000: Equipment

ALUMINA, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Boatwheels PB27-TH1200.

2
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2012
owners notified (August 21)
NHTSA campaign12V381000
ComponentEQUIPMENT
Report receivedAugust 3, 2012
Owner notificationAugust 21, 2012
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Alumina, Inc., dba Boatwheels, is recalling a model year 2011 PB27-TH1200 and a 2011 PB36-RS2100 trailer each equipped with a Dexter Axle brand electric/hydraulic (E/H) brake actuator pump. 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.

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

Alumina will notify owners, and Alumina dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The recall began during August 2012. Owners may contact Alumina, Inc. at 1-419-433-2300.

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 www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 12V381000

Make and modelModel years
Boatwheels PB27-TH12002011
Boatwheels PB36-RS21002011

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.