Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V240000 Reported May 22, 2012

E/h brake actuator

Belmont Machine Co. · N/A · 1 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V240000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 22, 2012

Defect Summary

Belmont machine company (belmont) is recalling one model year 2011 belmont gn16ld trailer equipped with a dexter axle 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

Belmont has notified the owner, and a dexter axle dealer will replace the electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pump, free of charge. owners may contact belmont machine company at 1-717-556-0040.

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 Belmont Machine Co. dealer and reference recall ID 12V240000 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 12V240000

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

What is recall 12V240000?

NHTSA recall 12V240000 was issued by Belmont Machine Co. on May 22, 2012. It addresses: E/h brake actuator. The recall affects approximately 1 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Belmont Machine Co. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V240000 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.