The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V184000·Announced 2018-03-21

MaxxD Recalls 2017-2018 A3X, A5X, and A6X Trailers for Suspension Defect

Maxey Trailers is recalling 2017-2018 A3X, A5X, and A6X trailers because suspension arms may crack, potentially causing the axle to come loose and 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 (suspension arm cracking) that can cause the axle to come loose during travel, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Maxey Trailers Mfg, Inc. (MaxxD) is recalling certain 2017-2018 A3X, A5X, and A6X trailers. The suspension arms on these vehicles may crack if they were installed without additional supporting welds around the suspension arm.

If the suspension arm cracks, the trailer will not be able to handle the load, making the trailer inoperable. Additionally, the axle may come loose during travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

MaxxD will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the suspension arm and either add additional welds or replace the suspension arm, free of charge. The recall began on May 4, 2018. Owners may contact MaxxD customer service at 1-903-784-8059 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MAXXD A5X, A3X, A6X
Brand
MAXXD
Manufacturer
MAXEY TRAILERS MFG, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
251

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • A5X
  • A3X
  • A6X

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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