Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V171000 Reported April 18, 2012

E/h brake actuator

Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) · N/A · 2 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V171000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Aluminum Trailer Company (atc)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 18, 2012

Defect Summary

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 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.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) dealer and reference recall ID 12V171000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 12V171000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V171000?

NHTSA recall 12V171000 was issued by Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) on April 18, 2012. It addresses: E/h brake actuator. The recall affects approximately 2 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Aluminum Trailer Company (atc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V171000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.