According to several news agencies, Big Tex is voluntarily recalling about 20 units of the 2012 22 GN and 25 GN trailers.
The information released in the official recall announcement issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that the recall was deemed necessary after it has been identified that trailers’ Dexter axle electric/hydraulic brake actuator pump may not have been properly heat treated. This issue, according to the federal agency’s announcement, could lead to an unexpected brake problem since important components could wear out prematurely.
When the actuator pump fails, a driver could experience a possible brake loss of the trailer, which could possibly lead to a crash. Since this recall is related to a vehicle with defective vehicular parts that must be repaired or replaced as soon as possible, the federal agency has urged all trailer owners to check their vehicle’s model for the 2012 22 GN and 25 GN trailers immediately.
As an Oakland personal injury lawyer, I sincerely hope that this recall is carried out in a successful way. I encourage companies to put consumer safety ahead of profits at all times. I’d hate to learn that an accident related to this recalled trailer has occurred and urge all consumers to check their trailers for the recalled models immediately. Never ignore a recall alert related to a vehicle you own, you could be risking your own life and the lives of your passengers.
If you or a loved one is injured in an accident that was caused by a recalled and defective vehicle, please consider consulting with a Los Angeles injury lawyer right away to learn about the legal options available to your case right away.