The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·10E048000·Announced 2010-10-08

Dexter Axle Recalls Trailer Axle Assemblies Due to Spindle Weld Cracks

Dexter Axle is recalling specific trailer axle assemblies manufactured in August 2010 because cracks in the spindle weld could cause the wheel to detach, creating a crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (axle spindle detachment) that creates a significant risk of vehicle crash and loss of control, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Dexter Axle Company is recalling certain trailer axle assemblies manufactured between August 15, 2010, and August 30, 2010. The recall addresses a defect where cracks may appear in the spindle weld on some of these axles.

These cracks can propagate and cause the spindle to detach from the axle tube, resulting in the separation of the wheel end from the vehicle. This failure creates a road hazard that increases the risk of a crash to other vehicles and compromises the driver's control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Dexter Axle is working with vehicle manufacturers to identify owners who may have the affected axles installed. The affected axle assemblies will be replaced free of charge. Owners may contact Dexter Axle at 1-800-400-2164 or their vehicle manufacturer for more information.

The recalled product

Product
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY recall
Manufacturer
DEXTER AXLE COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Axle
Hazard
Affected units
685

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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