Dexter Axle | NHTSA Recall #02E046000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02E046000 by Dexter Axle. Includes 520 affected units, DEXTER AXLE/EZ LUBE WHEEL HUBS, component: WHEELS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Dexter axle 2000lb ez-lube axles installed on trailers producted by viking recreational vehicles between march 15 and may 15, 2002. the spindle nut locking washer or tang washer was improperly installed.

Corrective Action

Dexter axle has notified its customers and dealers to have their vehicles inspected and repaired free of charge. owner notification began august 7, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02E046000
Manufacturer: Dexter Axle
Report Received Date: 2002-08-07T00:00:00
Subject: Dexter axle/ez lube wheel hubs
Component: Wheels
Potentially Affected Units: 520

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Dexter axle 2000lb ez-lube axles installed on trailers producted by viking recreational vehicles between march 15 and may 15, 2002. the spindle nut locking washer or tang washer was improperly installed.
Consequence Summary: This defect could result in loosening of the wheel hubs. loose wheel hubs can result in bearing damage, failure, or unexpected detachment of the hub and wheel(s). loss of the wheel(s) could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action: Dexter axle has notified its customers and dealers to have their vehicles inspected and repaired free of charge. owner notification began august 7, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-prp6_b8qw~t4r6
NHTSA ID: 02E046000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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