The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24E021000·Announced 2024-03-05

Lippert Utility Hub Oil Seals Recalled for Brake System Leak Risk

Lippert is recalling Utility Hub Oil Seals that may leak oil onto brake components, potentially reducing braking ability 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 (axle hubs/brake system) where oil leakage can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Lippert is recalling certain Lippert Utility Hub Oil Seals with part number 276712. The recall involves 540 units. The defect is that the oil seals may have been improperly installed, which can cause oil to leak onto the brake system.

Oil leaking onto brake components can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash. No specific vehicle models or dates are listed in the source text, but vehicle manufacturers were notified on March 18, 2024.

Lippert will work with vehicle manufacturers to inspect and replace the hub seals as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact LCI customer service at 1-574-538-4514 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS recall
Manufacturer
Lippert
Category
Vehicle — Power Train / Axle Hubs
Hazard
Affected units
540

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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