Recall 12V335 affects 10 2012 Texas Pride Dtflb trailers because the E/H brake actuator pump can fail. Texas Pride arranges free actuator replacement.
Texas Pride is recalling 10 2012 Dtflb trailers equipped with Dexter Axle electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps because improperly heat-treated pump parts can wear early and stop the unit from working. The actuator supplies braking power to the trailer brakes; failure can cause loss of trailer braking effort and increase crash risk, and the Texas Pride dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump on the 2012 Texas Pride Dtflb trailer turns the tow vehicle's brake signal into hydraulic pressure for the trailer brakes. When you press the brake pedal, the actuator pump builds pressure in the brake lines so the trailer brake hardware can apply at the wheels.
On affected trailers, the Dexter Axle actuator pump was built with parts that were not properly heat treated. Heat treatment is the hardening step that helps metal parts resist wear under repeated pressure and movement. Without that hardening, important pump components wear early, and the pump can stop operating. Once the pump is inoperable, the trailer brakes no longer receive hydraulic pressure from the actuator.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first notice is the trailer brakes not responding as expected when the tow vehicle brakes are applied.
Who's affected?
| 2012 Texas Pride Dtflb | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 10 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The E/H brake actuator supplies braking power to the trailer brakes. If the actuator fails, the trailer can lose braking effort, which increases the risk of a crash. Schedule the repair soon and avoid towing heavy loads until the actuator is replaced. Repair will be free at any franchised Texas Pride dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Texas Pride Dtflb trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Texas Pride customer service at 1-936-349-6038 to confirm the repair location for the free Dexter Axle brake-actuator replacement.
- Reference recall number 12V335 when you call, and ask whether the actuator replacement is already documented for your trailer.
- Bring the recall notice if Texas Pride mailed one, along with any service records for the trailer brake actuator.
- Avoid hauling the trailer until Texas Pride or the repair location confirms the brake actuator has been replaced.
What happens at the repair
Texas Pride's remedy says owners were notified and dealers would replace the actuators free of charge after the safety recall began on July 17, 2012. At the dealer, a Texas Pride technician replaces the electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump so the trailer braking system has a working actuator. Because the remedy status is not listed as available, confirm parts and scheduling before towing or taking the trailer in. The dealer repair is free once available.
Timeline
| July 17, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| July 18, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V335?
Recall 12V335 covers 10 2012 Texas Pride Dtflb trailers equipped with Dexter Axle electric/hydraulic brake actuator pumps. Some pumps were not properly heat treated, which can cause premature wear and leave the actuator inoperable. Texas Pride says Dexter Axle dealers will replace the actuators for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Texas Pride Dtflb is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V335. If it is, contact Texas Pride at 1-936-349-6038 or Dexter Axle at 1-800-400-2164 to arrange the actuator replacement. Reference recall 12V335 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Texas Pride's recall remedy states that Dexter Axle dealers will replace the brake actuator pumps free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk with recall 12V335?
The trailer can lose braking effort if the electric/hydraulic brake actuator fails. That actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes, so failure increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free actuator replacement before towing the trailer again.
What if I bought my Texas Pride 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 Texas Pride Dtflb is included, then contact Texas Pride or Dexter Axle and reference recall 12V335.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V335000 |
|---|---|
| Texas Pride customer service | 1-936-349-6038 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V335 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V335000 |
Source documents
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 →