Dexter Axle Company | NHTSA Recall #18E087000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E087000 by Dexter Axle Company. Affecting d44 trailer axles with a 4400 pound capacity Includes 9,350 affected units, Missing Bearing Races Causing Hub to Overheat, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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d44 trailer axles with a 4400 pound capacity

Defect Summary

Dexter axle company (dexter) is recalling certain d44 trailer axles with a 4400 pound capacity. these axles may be missing inner bearing races on the hubs, which can cause the bearing to fail or the hub to overheat.

Corrective Action

Dexter axle will notify the axle purchasers, and dealers for those vehicle manufacturers will replace the hubs with new hubs, free of charge. the recall began on september 13, 2018. owners may contact dexter axle customer service at 1-574-295-7888.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18E087000
Manufacturer: Dexter Axle Company
Report Received Date: 2018-08-28T00:00:00
Subject: Missing bearing races causing hub to overheat
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 9,350

Details

MFR Campaign Number: N/A
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Dexter axle company (dexter) is recalling certain d44 trailer axles with a 4400 pound capacity. these axles may be missing inner bearing races on the hubs, which can cause the bearing to fail or the hub to overheat.
Consequence Summary: The wheel hub may overheat and smoke, increasing the risk of a fire or the bearing may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dexter axle will notify the axle purchasers, and dealers for those vehicle manufacturers will replace the hubs with new hubs, free of charge. the recall began on september 13, 2018. owners may contact dexter axle customer service at 1-574-295-7888.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 53.04

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NHTSA ID: 18E087000
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