Recall 11V194 affects 125 2011 Brenner Trailer trailers for slack adjuster housing defects that can reduce braking. Repair is free at a franchised Brenner dealer.
Brenner is recalling 125 2011 Trailer vehicles because the slack adjuster housing can break at the handle under normal operating loads. If it breaks, that wheel brake stops working, reducing braking capacity and, on a steer axle, pulling the vehicle to one side; the Brenner dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The automatic slack adjuster on a 2011 Brenner Trailer is part of the air brake system. It keeps the brake linkage set at the right clearance as the brake linings wear, so air pressure at the brake chamber turns into brake force at the wheel. Its housing holds the mechanism in alignment under normal braking loads.
On affected trailers, the iron casting for the slack adjuster housing was not fully knit together during manufacturing. That means the metal did not bond into a single sound structure inside the housing. With inadequate structural integrity, the housing can break at the handle while the trailer is in normal service.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or driver is not expected to hear, feel, or see a clear symptom before the housing breaks, so the defect is found through the recall repair process rather than a dashboard warning or a driveability complaint.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Brenner Trailer | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 125 |
Not every 2011 Brenner Trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the slack adjuster housing breaks, that wheel brake stops working. The trailer has reduced braking capacity, and a steer axle failure can make the vehicle pull to one side and result in a crash. Schedule the recall repair promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Brenner dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Brenner Trailer is included in this recall.
- Call Brenner at 1-920-922-5020 to confirm the free repair path for recall number 11V194.
- Ask where to take the trailer for the slack-adjuster-housing repair that restores full brake function.
- Bring the recall notice if Brenner sent one, or give the service desk recall number 11V194.
- Limit trailer use until the repair is complete. Leave extra stopping distance because the affected brake can stop working.
What happens at the repair
At the Brenner service desk, ask for campaign 11V194 and have the 2011 Trailer inspected for the slack adjuster housing issue described in the recall. Brenner's repair description does not list a specific replacement part or labor operation, but it states that recall repairs are made free of charge. The safety recall began on April 11, 2011, so the service team should confirm the open remedy against your VIN or trailer identification before work starts.
Timeline
| March 25, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 11, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V194?
Recall 11V194 covers 125 2011 Brenner Trailer units with automatic slack adjuster housings that lack enough structural integrity from casting. The housing can break at the handle under normal operating loads, and Brenner repairs the defect for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Brenner Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 11V194. If it is, contact Brenner at 1-920-922-5020 to arrange the free repair. Reference recall number 11V194 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Brenner stated that repairs for recall 11V194 are free. The safety recall began on April 11, 2011.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking capacity. If the slack adjuster housing breaks, the wheel brake attached to it stops working. If that failure is on the steer axle, the vehicle can pull to one side and increase crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V194000 |
|---|---|
| Brenner customer service | 1-920-922-5020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V194 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V194000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →