Vehicle recall 12V213000 · May 15, 2012
Rolls Rite 14KG23TH, 18KG24TE and 7 more models
Some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Rolls rite trailers is recalling certain model year 2012 trailers, equipped with dexter axle brand 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.
- Consequence
- 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
- Rolls rite trailers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuators, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 19, 2012. Owners may contact rolls rite trailers at 1-903-669-0213.
- Notes
- Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V213000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 15, 2012
- Filed by
- ROLLS RITE TRAILERS
- Owner notification
- June 19, 2012
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 10
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Equipment
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Rolls Rite 14KG23TH (2012): 2012
- Rolls Rite 18KG24TE (2012): 2012
- Rolls Rite 18KG24TH (2012): 2012
- Rolls Rite 21KG48FH (2012): 2012
- Rolls Rite 25KG25HDH (2012): 2012
- Rolls Rite 25KG29HDH (2012): 2012
- Rolls Rite 25KG30HDH (2012): 2012
- Rolls Rite 25KP25HD (2012): 2012
- Rolls Rite 36KG33HDH (2012): 2012
Has your Rolls Rite been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Rolls Rite dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.