Recall 13V129 affects 51 2011-2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks trailers for hydraulic brake pump wear. Repair is free at any franchised Load Max dealer.
Load Max is recalling 51 2011-2012 Hd Goosenecks trailers under recall 13V129 because a hydraulic brake actuator component missed a heat-treat step, wearing the pump faster than normal. If the pump fails, the trailer can lose braking ability and control, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The hydraulic brake actuator on the 2011-2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks trailer is the part that turns braking demand from the tow vehicle into hydraulic pressure for the trailer brakes. Inside the actuator, a small pump moves brake fluid through the brake system so the trailer can help slow the combined tow vehicle and trailer load. That hydraulic pressure has to build reliably every time the brakes are applied.
On affected trailers, Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators have a rotating pump component that missed a heat treat operation during manufacturing. Heat treating hardens the metal so it resists wear. Without that step, the rotating part wears faster than designed, and that wear can stop the hydraulic pump from building pressure. If the pump stops working, the trailer loses its own braking ability.
There is no warning sign before failure. A trailer owner should not count on a noise, light, or change in brake feel to appear before the actuator fails.
Who's affected?
Covers 2011 and 2012 Hd Goosenecks trailers that use the same brake system.
| 2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2011 Load Max Hd Goosenecks | brake system |
| Units affected | 51 |
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?
Loss of braking ability can make the trailer harder to control and increase the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage. Because no warning sign is listed, schedule the repair before towing again and avoid hauling heavy loads until it is fixed. Repair will be free at any franchised Load Max dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Load Max customer service at 1-903-783-3900 to ask for current repair scheduling, since owner notices were mailed on April 18, 2013.
- Ask whether a franchised Load Max dealer can replace the hydraulic brake pump that can fail and reduce trailer braking.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 13V129 when you call.
- Avoid towing heavy loads until the hydraulic pump repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The dealer repair listed for recall 13V129 is replacement of the hydraulic pumps in the Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. Once the repair is available for your trailer, a Load Max technician replaces the affected pump assembly at no charge. Parts and labor are covered by the recall. The source remedy says the recall began on April 18, 2013, so ask the dealer to confirm parts availability and complete the pump replacement before the trailer returns to service.
Timeline
| April 9, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 18, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V129?
Recall 13V129 covers 51 2011-2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks trailers with Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. A hydraulic pump component missed heat treatment, causing faster wear. The pump can fail and reduce trailer braking ability. Dealers will replace the hydraulic pumps for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your trailer is included in recall 13V129. If it is, contact a franchised Load Max dealer to schedule the hydraulic pump replacement. Reference recall 13V129 when you call. The recall began on April 18, 2013.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will replace the hydraulic pumps free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of trailer braking ability. That can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage. If your VIN is included, arrange the free hydraulic pump replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V129000 |
|---|---|
| Load Max customer service | 1-903-783-3900 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V129 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V129000 |
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 →