Recall 12V167 affects 2 2012 Cbgt Gooseneck Trailer trailers for electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump failure. Free repair at a Cbgt dealer once available.
Cbgt is recalling 2 trailers in the 2012 Gooseneck Trailer model line because an electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump heat-treatment defect can wear critical pump parts early. If the actuator fails, the trailer can lose braking effort and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Cbgt makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The 2012 Cbgt Gooseneck Trailer uses an electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump to turn the tow vehicle's brake signal into hydraulic pressure at the trailer brakes. When the driver brakes, the pump builds pressure so the trailer can slow with the tow vehicle instead of pushing against it.
The recall centers on improper heat treatment inside that pump. Heat treatment is the controlled heating and cooling process that gives metal parts the hardness they need. When that process is wrong, internal parts wear too early. As the wear builds, the pump can stop working and the trailer brake actuator becomes inoperable.
Before the pump stops working, the recall filing does not list a driver warning sign. There is no warning sign before failure. If the trailer feels as if it is pushing the tow vehicle during braking, stop using it and have the brake system checked.
Who's affected?
| 2012 Cbgt Gooseneck Trailer | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
Not every 2012 Cbgt Gooseneck Trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the electric/hydraulic brake actuator fails, the trailer can lose braking effort, which increases the risk of a crash. Leave extra stopping distance and arrange the recall repair before the next tow. Repair will be free at any franchised Cbgt dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Cbgt Gooseneck Trailer is included in this recall.
- Confirm with Cbgt customer service whether the free dealer repair is open for your trailer.
- Schedule the electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump replacement once Cbgt confirms the repair is open; this fixes the pump failure that can reduce trailer braking effort.
- Bring the recall notice if Cbgt mailed one. If not, reference recall number 12V167 when you call.
- Tow cautiously until the repair is complete, and leave extra stopping distance.
What happens at the repair
Once the remedy is available, a Cbgt technician will replace the electric and hydraulic brake actuator pump covered by recall 12V167. That pump supplies hydraulic braking pressure from the trailer's electric brake signal, so the repair focuses on replacing the pump unit rather than adjusting the trailer brakes. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| April 6, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| April 13, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V167?
Recall 12V167 covers 2 2012 Cbgt Gooseneck Trailer units equipped with electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps that were not properly heat treated. Premature wear inside the pump can render the actuator inoperable, and Cbgt dealers replace the actuator pump free of charge.
What should I do if my 2012 Cbgt Gooseneck Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V167. If it is, contact a Cbgt dealer or Cbgt customer service at 1-903-383-2896 to arrange the electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump replacement. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Cbgt's remedy says dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The trailer can lose its own braking effort if the electric/hydraulic brake actuator fails. That loss increases crash risk because the actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. Confirm the VIN before hauling, then arrange the free actuator pump replacement if the trailer is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V167000 |
|---|---|
| Cbgt customer service | 1-903-383-2896 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V167 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V167000 |
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 →