The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15E029000·Announced 2015-04-07

Lippert Trailer Axle Hubs Recalled for Wheel Stud Failure Risk

Lippert Components is recalling specific trailer axle hubs because wheel mounting studs may fail, potentially causing wheel separation and a crash.

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 hub/wheel stud failure) that can lead to wheel separation and a vehicle crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Lippert Components, Inc. is recalling certain trailer axle hubs, including part numbers 122093, 122096, and 126003, manufactured between March 12, 2015, and April 15, 2015. The recall affects approximately 9,154 units. The defect involves wheel mounting studs that may fail.

If the wheel studs break while the trailer is in use, wheel separation may occur, which increases the risk of a vehicle crash. Lippert has notified the trailer manufacturers that purchased these axles. The trailer manufacturers are responsible for notifying vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the affected hubs with units from a different supplier at no cost to the owner.

The recall began on June 10, 2015. Owners may contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-537-8900 for more information. Lippert's recall number is LCI-TRP-0315001. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY recall
Manufacturer
Lippert Components, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Parts
Hazard
Affected units
9,154

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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