Recall 12V210 affects 7 2012 Parker Trailer trailers with defective E/H brake actuator pumps. Dexter replaces the actuators for free.
Parker Trailer is recalling 7 2012 trailers, including GNTD10240 and HP7720 models, because Dexter electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps were not properly heat treated. If the actuator fails, the trailer can lose braking effort and raise crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Parker Trailer makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The electric over hydraulic brake actuator pump on the 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD10240, GNTD9633, HP7720, GNTD9630, GNTD9632, and GNTD9635 is the bridge between the tow vehicle's brake command and the trailer's hydraulic brakes. When the tow vehicle calls for braking, the actuator pump builds hydraulic pressure so the trailer brakes apply with the vehicle.
On the recalled trailers, certain Dexter electric/hydraulic actuator pumps were not properly heat treated. Heat treatment hardens metal parts so they stand up to repeated load and wear. Without that treatment, critical internal pump parts wear too early. As that wear builds, the actuator pump can stop working, leaving the brake unit inoperable instead of building pressure for the trailer brakes.
There is no warning sign before failure. A trailer that seems normal before a trip can have an actuator pump that stops working when the brakes are needed.
Who's affected?
Six model lines share the same Equipment component category.
| 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD10240 | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD9633 | Equipment |
| 2012 Parker Trailer HP7720 | Equipment |
| 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD9630 | Equipment |
| 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD9632 | Equipment |
| 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD9635 | Equipment |
| Units affected | 7 |
A matching 2012 Parker Trailer model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the electric over hydraulic brake actuator fails, the trailer loses braking effort, increasing crash risk. Treat any loss of trailer braking as a reason to stop towing and arrange the recall repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Parker Trailer dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD10240, GNTD9633, HP7720, GNTD9630, GNTD9632, or GNTD9635 trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Parker Trailer customer service at 1-903-572-0029 to confirm current repair instructions for recall number 12V210.
- Ask about the free Dexter electric/hydraulic brake actuator replacement that fixes the failure-prone trailer-brake actuator.
- Bring the recall notice if Parker Trailer mailed one, and reference recall number 12V210 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until Parker Trailer confirms the actuator works or the replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Parker Trailer technician coordinates replacement of the Dexter electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps. The repair addresses actuator pumps that were not properly heat treated and can wear critical internal components until the brake unit stops working. The recall file names Dexter as the replacement supplier. Because the current remedy status is not listed, confirm the repair is open when you call for service. The final dealer repair will be free once available for your trailer.
Timeline
| May 11, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 13, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V210?
Recall 12V210 covers 7 model year 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD10240, GNTD9633, HP7720, GNTD9630, GNTD9632, and GNTD9635 trailers with Dexter electric over hydraulic brake actuator pumps. Premature pump wear can make the actuator inoperable and reduce trailer braking effort.
What should I do if my 2012 Parker Trailer GNTD10240, GNTD9633, HP7720, GNTD9630, GNTD9632, or GNTD9635 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V210. If it is, contact Parker Trailer or a franchised service provider about the Dexter actuator replacement. Reference recall number 12V210 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Parker Trailer's remedy states that Dexter will replace the affected brake actuators free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 12V210.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced trailer braking. Recall 12V210 states that the electric over hydraulic brake actuator supplies braking power to the trailer brakes, and actuator failure can cause loss of trailer braking effort, increasing crash risk.
What if I bought this Parker Trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2012 Parker Trailer model is included, then reference recall number 12V210 when you contact Parker Trailer or the service provider.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V210000 |
|---|---|
| Parker Trailer customer service | 1-903-572-0029 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V210 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V210000 |
Source documents
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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 →