The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·15E094000·Announced 2015-12-17

Vanguard Recalls SAF-Holland Tapered Axles Due to Spindle Defect

Vanguard is recalling specific SAF-Holland tapered axles because the wheel end may separate from the axle, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the wheel end may separate from the axle, which significantly increases the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

Vanguard National Parts OEX is recalling certain SAF-Holland tapered axles, part numbers 24790745090, 24790175090, and 24790165090. These axles were manufactured between January 17, 2012, and January 10, 2013. The recall affects 768 units.

The defect involves an out-of-specification material thickness on the spindle, which may cause the wheel end to separate from the axle. This separation increases the risk of a crash.

Vanguard will notify owners, and the affected axles will be inspected and replaced as necessary at no charge. The recall began on February 9, 2016. Owners may contact Vanguard customer service at 1-219-253-2000 or SAF-Holland customer service at 1-888-396-6501. Vanguard's number for this recall is 15E-080.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE recall
Manufacturer
Vanguard National Parts OEX
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Axle
Hazard
Affected units
768

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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