Dexter recall: Service brakes
What is wrong
Dexter Axle Company (Dexter Axle) is recalling certain Torsion Trailer Axles, models #10, #10F and #11. The brake mounting flanges may be incorrectly oriented, possibly resulting in premature brake failure.
What could happen
Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dexter Axle will notify the trailer manufacturers that purchased the axles, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the axles and replace the entire axle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
Vehicles covered
- Dexter #10 Torsion Trailer Axle
- Dexter #10F Torsion Trailer Axle
- Dexter #11 Torsion Trailer Axle
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18E090000
- Type
- Equipment
- Filed by
- Dexter Axle Company
- Reported to NHTSA
- Sep 17, 2018
- Owners notified
- Oct 11, 2018
- Vehicles or items affected
- 3,463
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Jun 28, 2018 to Aug 30, 2018
- Part
- Service brakes
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.