Vehicle recall 14V295000 · June 4, 2014
Ranch King GN24-21E, GN36-25D42 and 2 more models
One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump for the brake actuator missed a heat treating operation causing the actuator to wear at a higher than normal rate.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Ameritrail, Inc.(Ameritrail) is recalling certain model year 2011 Ranch King GN24-21E, GN36-25D42, GN40-21D42, and MFDD36-242 trailers equipped with certain Carlisle Hydrastar and Hydrastar XL trailer brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump for the brake actuator missed a heat treating operation causing the actuator to wear at a higher than normal rate. As a result, the hydraulic pump could fail and result in a loss of braking ability in the trailer.
- Consequence
- Loss of braking ability can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage.
- Remedy
- Ameritrail will notify owners, and dealers will replace the actuator, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2014. Owners may contact Ameritrail customer service at 1-407-892-1100.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V295000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 4, 2014
- Filed by
- Ameritrail, Inc.
- Owner notification
- July 29, 2014
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Service brakes
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Ranch King GN24-21E (2011): 2011
- Ranch King GN36-25D42 (2011): 2011
- Ranch King GN40-21D42 (2011): 2011
- Ranch King MFDD36-242 (2011): 2011
Has your Ranch King 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 Ranch King dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.