Recall 12V213 covers 10 2012 Rolls Rite trailers for Dexter E/H brake actuator failure. Repair is free at any franchised Rolls Rite dealer.
Rolls Rite is recalling 10 2012 trailers, including the 18KG24TE, 25KG25HDH, and 14KG23TH, because Dexter electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps were not properly heat treated on some trailers. Actuator failure can take braking power away from the trailer brakes and increase crash risk, and the Rolls Rite dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The electric over hydraulic brake actuator pump on affected 2012 Rolls Rite trailers is the bridge between the tow vehicle's brake signal and the trailer's hydraulic brakes. When the driver applies the brakes, the actuator uses electric input to build hydraulic pressure, then sends that pressure to the trailer brake system. The brakes depend on that pump operating smoothly under load.
On these trailers, the Dexter Axle brake actuator pump was not properly heat treated. Heat treatment hardens internal metal parts so they resist wear. Without the correct treatment, critical parts inside the pump wear too early, and the pump can stop working. An inoperable actuator pump cannot create the hydraulic pressure the trailer brake system needs.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign can be trailer brakes that do not respond as expected when the tow vehicle is braking.
Who's affected?
The scope spans multiple Rolls Rite trailer models from the 2012 model year, all tied to the same equipment component.
| 2012 Rolls Rite 18KG24TE | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2012 Rolls Rite 25KG25HDH | Equipment |
| 2012 Rolls Rite 25KG29HDH | Equipment |
| 2012 Rolls Rite 25KG30HDH | Equipment |
| 2012 Rolls Rite 25KP25HD | Equipment |
| 2012 Rolls Rite 36KG33HDH | Equipment |
| 2012 Rolls Rite 21KG48FH | Equipment |
| 2012 Rolls Rite 18KG24TH | Equipment |
| 2012 Rolls Rite 14KG23TH | Equipment |
| Units affected | 10 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The electric over hydraulic brake actuator powers the trailer brakes. If it fails, the trailer can lose braking effort, which increases the risk of a crash. Until the actuator is replaced, leave extra stopping distance when towing and schedule the recall work soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Rolls Rite dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Rolls Rite 18KG24TE, 25KG25HDH, 25KG29HDH, 25KG30HDH, 25KP25HD, 36KG33HDH, 21KG48FH, 18KG24TH, or 14KG23TH trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Rolls Rite or a franchised Rolls Rite dealer to confirm current repair timing for the free E/H brake actuator replacement.
- Reference recall number 12V213 when you call so the dealer can find the actuator recall quickly.
- Bring the recall notice if Rolls Rite mailed one, along with any trailer paperwork that shows the VIN.
- Tow cautiously and leave extra stopping distance until the actuator repair is complete, because actuator failure means the trailer can lose braking effort.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Rolls Rite technician replaces the Dexter Axle electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump covered by recall 12V213. That actuator is part of the trailer braking system, and the recall covers pumps that were not properly heat treated and can wear internally. Rolls Rite's remedy notice says owners were notified after the safety recall began on June 19, 2012. The actuator replacement is free under the recall, with parts and labor covered by the dealer remedy.
Timeline
| May 15, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 19, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V213?
Recall 12V213 covers 10 2012 Rolls Rite trailers equipped with Dexter Axle electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps. Improper heat treatment can cause premature wear inside the pump and render the actuator inoperable, which can reduce trailer braking effort and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the actuators for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Rolls Rite trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V213. If it is, contact a franchised Rolls Rite dealer to schedule actuator replacement. Reference recall number 12V213 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and Rolls Rite's remedy states that dealers will replace the affected brake actuators free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced trailer braking. The electric/hydraulic actuator supplies braking power to the trailer brakes. If the actuator fails, the trailer can lose braking effort, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free actuator replacement if your trailer is included.
When did Rolls Rite start this recall repair?
Rolls Rite began the safety recall on June 19, 2012. If your trailer never received the repair, the recall still needs attention. Check your VIN and ask a Rolls Rite dealer to confirm whether the actuator replacement is open or already completed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V213000 |
|---|---|
| Rolls Rite customer service | 1-903-669-0213 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V213 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V213000 |
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 →