The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21E019000·Announced 2021-03-15

Dexter Axle Recalls Ingersoll Smart-Steer Axles Due to Steering Arm Detachment

Dexter Axle is recalling Ingersoll Smart-Steer self-steer axles because the steering arm may detach, potentially causing loss of steering control or road hazards.

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 (steering arm detachment) that can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Dexter Axle Company is recalling certain Ingersoll Smart-Steer self-steer axles. The defect involves the steering arm, which may detach from the steering knuckle during specific low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers.

A detached steering arm may result in a loss of steering control. Additionally, attachment hardware may fall and become a road hazard. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Dexter Axle will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and apply welds free of charge. Notification letters were distributed on May 7, 2021. 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
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM recall
Manufacturer
Dexter Axle Company
Category
Vehicle — Steering Component
Hazard
Affected units
1,238

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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