The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18E090000·Announced 2018-09-17

Dexter Axle Recalls Torsion Trailer Axles Due to Brake Mounting Flange Orientation

Dexter Axle is recalling specific Torsion Trailer Axles because incorrectly oriented brake mounting flanges may cause premature brake failure, 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 (brake mounting flanges) that can lead to premature brake failure and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Dexter Axle Company is recalling certain Torsion Trailer Axles, specifically models #10, #10F, and #11. The recall involves 3,463 units. The defect is that the brake mounting flanges on these axles may be incorrectly oriented.

This incorrect orientation may result in premature brake failure. Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash. The recall began on October 11, 2018.

Dexter Axle will notify the trailer manufacturers that purchased the axles. Dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the axles and replace the entire axle, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES recall
Manufacturer
Dexter Axle Company
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Axles
Hazard
Affected units
3,463

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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