Featherlite Trailer Manufacturing, Llc | NHTSA Recall #12V201000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V201000 by Featherlite Trailer Manufacturing, Llc. Includes 153 affected units, AXLE ASSEMBLIES/FAG BRAND BEARING SYSTEM, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Featherlite is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 trailers equipped with a meritor axle. the bearing system has exhibited low durability life in certain vehicle applications.

Corrective Action

Featherlite is working with the meritor to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. the recall began on may 24, 2012. this recall campaign supersedes previous recall campaign 11v-396. trailers that were repaired under the previous campaign will also need to be repaired under this campaign. owners may contact featherlite at 1-563-547-6000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V201000
Manufacturer: Featherlite Trailer Manufacturing, Llc
Report Received Date: 2012-05-08T00:00:00
Subject: Axle assemblies/fag brand bearing system
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 153

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Featherlite is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 trailers equipped with a meritor axle. the bearing system has exhibited low durability life in certain vehicle applications.
Consequence Summary: Prolonged use of the system in these applications can result in the degradation of the bearing grease, thereby potentially resulting in a bearing failure and subsequent wheel end fire.
Corrective Action: Featherlite is working with the meritor to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. the recall began on may 24, 2012. this recall campaign supersedes previous recall campaign 11v-396. trailers that were repaired under the previous campaign will also need to be repaired under this campaign. owners may contact featherlite at 1-563-547-6000.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 12V201000
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Created At: 1742808662
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