The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18E087000·Announced 2018-08-28

Dexter D44 Trailer Axles Recalled for Potential Bearing Failure

Dexter Axle is recalling D44 trailer axles with 4,400-pound capacity because missing inner bearing races can cause hub overheating or bearing failure.

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 (missing bearing races) that can lead to fire or loss of vehicle handling, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Dexter Axle Company is recalling certain D44 trailer axles with a 4,400-pound capacity. The recall involves approximately 9,350 units. The defect is that these axles may be missing inner bearing races on the hubs.

This defect can cause the bearing to fail or the hub to overheat. An overheating wheel hub may smoke, increasing the risk of a fire. Alternatively, bearing failure can affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dexter Axle will notify axle purchasers, and dealers for the affected vehicle manufacturers will replace the hubs with new ones free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2018. Owners may contact Dexter Axle customer service at 1-574-295-7888 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY recall
Manufacturer
Dexter Axle Company
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Axle
Hazard
Affected units
9,350

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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