Recall 12V240 affects 1 2011 Belmont Trailer GN16LD trailer for a brake actuator pump defect. Repair is free at any franchised Belmont Trailer dealer.
Belmont Trailer is recalling 1 2011 GN16LD trailer because its Dexter axle electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump is linked to premature wear that can make the unit stop working. If the actuator fails, the trailer can lose braking effort and raise the risk of a crash; the dealer repair will be free once Belmont Trailer makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump on the 2011 Belmont Trailer GN16LD is the part that turns the tow vehicle's brake command into hydraulic pressure for the trailer brakes. When the driver brakes, the actuator pump pressurizes brake fluid so the trailer brake system applies force at the wheels. It is the link between the electrical brake signal and the hydraulic braking hardware.
On the recalled trailer, the Dexter Axle actuator pump was not properly heat treated. Heat treatment hardens internal metal parts so they hold their shape and resist wear. Without that treatment, critical parts inside the pump wear too early. As wear builds, the pump stops doing its job and the brake actuator unit becomes inoperable.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is inside the pump, so an owner does not get a clear symptom from normal inspection before the unit stops working.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Belmont Trailer GN16LD | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
Not every 2011 Belmont Trailer GN16LD trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A failed electric/hydraulic brake actuator can remove braking effort from the trailer brakes, increasing crash risk because the tow vehicle has less help slowing the load. Use caution and schedule the repair soon before towing the trailer again. Repair will be free at any franchised Belmont Trailer dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Belmont Trailer GN16LD is included in this recall.
- Contact Belmont Trailer customer service at 1-717-556-0040 for repair instructions before towing or using the trailer.
- Schedule the free E/H brake actuator pump replacement that fixes the pump failure and restores trailer braking power.
- Bring the recall notice if Belmont Trailer mailed one. If not, reference recall number 12V240 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the brake actuator pump has been replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Belmont Trailer technician replaces the electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump used by the Dexter Axle brake system. That pump creates brake pressure for the trailer, so the repair focuses on removing the pump that was not properly heat treated and installing a corrected unit. The dealer repair will be free once available. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and Belmont Trailer has notified the owner listed for this campaign.
Timeline
| May 22, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 31, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V240?
Recall 12V240 covers 1 2011 Belmont Trailer GN16LD trailer with a Dexter Axle electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump that was not properly heat treated. Premature wear inside the pump can make the unit inoperable and reduce trailer braking effort.
What should I do if my 2011 Belmont Trailer GN16LD is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V240. If it is, contact Belmont Trailer at 1-717-556-0040 and ask where to have the Dexter Axle electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump replaced. Reference recall 12V240 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Belmont Trailer's remedy says a Dexter Axle dealer will replace the electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of trailer braking effort. The electric/hydraulic actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes, and actuator failure can leave the trailer without that braking support, increasing crash risk.
What if I bought this Belmont Trailer GN16LD used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific GN16LD is included, then contact Belmont Trailer at 1-717-556-0040 and reference recall 12V240.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V240000 |
|---|---|
| Belmont Trailer customer service | 1-717-556-0040 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V240 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V240000 |
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 →