2012 Load Max Hd Goosenecks problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes 2013-04-09 · campaign 13V129000 · 51 vehicles
Defect: Load Trail LLC (Load Trail) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Load Max HD Goosenecks trailers manufactured October 21, 2011, through May 9, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Carlisle hydraulic brake actuators. One of the rotating components in the hydraulic pump missed a heat treat operation causing the actuator to wear at a higher than normal rate. As a result, the hydraulic pump could fail and result in a loss of braking ability in the trailer.
Risk: Loss of braking ability can lead to loss of control of the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries, or property damage.
Fix: Load Trail will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hydraulic pumps free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Load Trail at 1-903-783-3900.
What owners report
2013-05-09 · Suspension“while pulling 40 ft load trail goose neck trailer, with weight of load being under that of which gvw from load trail states trailer can carry, the main frame of trailer cracked and buckled at stress point. at time of incident, driver pulled over to rest area to check on load and trailer and found a large crack in frame, the crack started from a hol…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.