Dexter D30/#101 Trailer Axle: Suspension
Recall 18E075000 · Aug 2, 2018 · Dexter Axle Company
236
units affected
236
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18E075000
- Date
- Aug 2, 2018
- Maker
- Dexter Axle Company
- Units affected
- 236
- Kind
- Vehicle equipment
- Component
- Suspension > Rear > Axle > Non-powered axle assembly
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Fire
What is wrong
Dexter Axle Company (Dexter) is recalling certain Dexter Trailer Axles, part number D30/#10L. Incorrect tapered roller bearings may have been installed.
What can happen
The incorrect bearings may overheat or fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Dexter has notified the manufacturers that purchased the affected axles and those manufacturers will conduct recalls to have their dealers inspect and replace the bearings, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2018. Owners may contact Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
Vehicles covered
1 model, 1 model year in all
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Dexter | D30/#101 Trailer Axle | Not stated |
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Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 18E075000?
1 model: Dexter D30/#101 Trailer Axle (all years), about 236 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 18E075000?
Dexter has notified the manufacturers that purchased the affected axles and those manufacturers will conduct recalls to have their dealers inspect and replace the bearings, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2018. Owners may contact Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
What can happen?
The incorrect bearings may overheat or fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.