Recall 12V206 affects 24 2012 Wilson Gooseneck trailers because the electric-hydraulic brake actuator can fail. Dexter Axle replaces it free of charge.
Wilson is recalling 24 2012 Gooseneck trailers because Dexter electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps have a heat-treatment defect that can wear critical parts early. If the actuator fails, the trailer loses braking effort, increasing crash risk; Wilson dealers will complete the free repair once available.
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What's wrong?
The Dexter electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump on a 2012 Wilson Gooseneck trailer is the unit that turns the tow vehicle's brake signal into hydraulic pressure at the trailer brakes. When it works normally, the electric side receives the braking command and the hydraulic side builds pressure so the trailer helps slow the load.
In the recalled trailers, parts inside the actuator pump were not properly heat treated. Heat treatment hardens metal parts so they resist wear under repeated pressure and movement. Without that treatment, important internal pump parts wear too early. As wear builds, the actuator pump stops working and the trailer braking system loses the pressure it needs.
There is no warning sign before failure. The official defect description does not list a light, noise, pedal change, or other symptom for the owner to catch before the pump becomes inoperable.
Who's affected?
| 2012 Wilson Gooseneck | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 24 |
Not every 2012 Wilson Gooseneck trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The brake actuator supplies braking power to the trailer brakes. If it fails, the trailer can lose braking effort, which increases the risk of a crash. Drive cautiously, leave extra stopping distance, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Wilson dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Wilson Gooseneck trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Wilson at 1-712-252-6477 to ask whether the free Dexter electric/hydraulic brake-actuator replacement is open for your trailer.
- Reference recall number 12V206 when you call, and keep any Wilson owner notice with your trailer paperwork.
- Schedule the Dexter brake-actuator replacement that fixes the pump wear problem and restores trailer braking power.
- Avoid towing loads until Wilson or the servicing dealer confirms the brake actuator works or the replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Wilson technician checks the trailer's Dexter electric over hydraulic brake actuator pump and replaces the actuator under the recall when the remedy is open for that VIN. Dexter Axle supplies the replacement actuator, and the repair is free of charge. Use campaign 12V206 when you call the service desk, and ask whether the trailer needs the actuator replacement before you tow it in.
Timeline
| May 10, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 16, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V206?
Recall 12V206 covers 24 2012 Wilson Gooseneck trailers equipped with Dexter electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps. The pumps were not properly heat treated, which causes premature wear in critical components and renders the brake actuator inoperable.
What should I do if my 2012 Wilson Gooseneck is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V206. If it is, contact Wilson at 1-712-252-6477 and ask for the Dexter electric/hydraulic brake actuator replacement. The replacement is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Wilson's recall remedy states that Dexter Axle will replace the affected brake actuators free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the recalled defect at no cost to the owner.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of trailer braking effort. The electric/hydraulic actuator supplies braking power to the trailer brakes, and actuator failure increases crash risk because the trailer loses its braking assistance.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V206000 |
|---|---|
| Wilson customer service | 1-712-252-6477 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V206 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V206000 |
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 →