NHTSA Campaign Number: 18E075
Manufacturer Dexter
Axle Company
Components SUSPENSION
Potential Number of Units Affected 236
Incorrect Tapered Roller Bearings Installed
The incorrect bearings may overheat or fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary
Dexter Axle Company (Dexter) is recalling certain Dexter Trailer Axles, part number D30/#10L. Incorrect tapered roller bearings may have been installed.
Remedy
Dexter has notified the manufacturers that purchased the affected axles and those manufacturers will conduct recalls to have their dealers inspect and replace the bearings, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2018. Owners may contact Dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
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.
Recall Acknowledgement
August 28, 2018
SaleBestseller No. 1
3.5k TK Trailer Axle - 3500 lb Idler 5 Lug - Dexter Compatible, 89" Hubface 74" Spring Center / 5x4.5 Bolt Pattern
- 89" Hubface 74" Spring Center / 5x4.5 Bolt Pattern | Specs: 3,500 lbs Idler Trailer Axle (Capacity 3.5K), 5 Lug, Tube: 2 3/8"
- Internal Components: 3.5k (3500 lb Capacity) Bearing Kit, 3.5k TK Axle Hub - 5 lug Brake, 3.5k TK Axle Beam - 3.5k Tube, 3.5k TK Axle Studs - 1/2"
- How to Measure Your Idler Trailer Axle - Hubface: Measure from one face of hub (where the studs start coming out of hub) to the face of hub on opposite side. Spring Center: Measure from center of one spring seat, to the center of spring seat on opposite side (see image in gallery for more details).
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube Construction - Ensures even tire wear and a better highway experience | Underslung - Axle is welded with spring seats on the bottom. Allows for lower ride height. For optimal usage, use with double eye springs. | EZ Lube Design - Removable rubber plug on the hub cap with easy access to a grease-able zerk fitting. Grease your axle without pulling off your whole entire hub.
- Replaces Dexter
, AL-KO, Hayes, and Lippert Axles. Design for use on Light Duty Trailers: Utility, Boat, Car Haulers, ATV, Lawn & Landscape, Motorcycle, BBQ Pit, Cargo, Enclosed, RV & More
Bestseller No. 2
RV MURTS Trailer Axle Kit 3500 lbs, 73" Hubface - 58" Spring Center, Leaf Spring Tandem Suspension, U Bolt, Hanger, Shackle for Boat Trailer, RV
- Compatibility. Trailer axle kit for 3,500lb cargo trailer, 73" hubface - 58" spring center(reference from P2), impressive support to wheels and shock absorbent for RV camper, pack with spring, U-bolt, hanger and shackle kit for replacement.1
- Trailer Axle Parts Oulet. Maximum distance between spring center is 18'', between hubface is 14'', 5 bolt on 4.5 pattern trailer hub, replace the axle with prominent steel-made, provide better support to thefor 3500 lbs cargo trailer.
- Trailer Leaf Spring. Confirm the measurement for sure fit, eye to eye length: 25-1/4 inch; free open: 3 inch; width of leaf: 1-3/4 inch; 4 leaves; 9/16 inch bushing dia, OEM reference: SW4B / 72-42 / LIB-401-DE / UNA212 / PR4B / 124903 / 9150014 / 93184.
- Includes. Tandem trailer leaf spring kit included compatible 4 U-bolts feature 5-1/2'' long, 1/2'' dia, 2 tie plates and 8 hex nuts, 4 hangers, 4pcs 3-1/8" shackle straps and necessary locknuts and shackle bolts for one package easy replacement.
- Durability. Trailer axle springs constructed with prominent steel with anti-corrosion coating, DOT qualified hardware and accessories improve the suspension system for long time and long distance journey in years.
SaleBestseller No. 3
3.5k TK Trailer Axle - 3500 lb Idler 5 Lug - Dexter Compatible, 73" Hubface 58" Spring Center / 5x4.5 Bolt Pattern
- 73" Hubface 58" Spring Center / 5x4.5 Bolt Pattern | Specs: 3,500 lbs Idler Trailer Axle (Capacity 3.5K), 5 Lug, Tube: 2 3/8"
- Internal Components: 3.5k (3500 lb Capacity) Bearing Kit, 3.5k TK Axle Hub - 5 lug Brake, 3.5k TK Axle Beam - 3.5k Tube, 3.5k TK Axle Studs - 1/2"
- How to Measure Your Idler Trailer Axle - Hubface: Measure from one face of hub (where the studs start coming out of hub) to the face of hub on opposite side. Spring Center: Measure from center of one spring seat, to the center of spring seat on opposite side (see image in gallery for more details).
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube Construction - Ensures even tire wear and a better highway experience | Underslung - Axle is welded with spring seats on the bottom. Allows for lower ride height. For optimal usage, use with double eye springs. | EZ Lube Design - Removable rubber plug on the hub cap with easy access to a grease-able zerk fitting. Grease your axle without pulling off your whole entire hub.
- Replaces Dexter, AL-KO, Hayes, and Lippert Axles. Design for use on Light Duty Trailers: Utility, Boat, Car Haulers, ATV, Lawn & Landscape, Motorcycle, BBQ Pit, Cargo, Enclosed, RV & More
Bestseller No. 4
dreamdragon 3500 lbs Trailer Axle with 5-Lug 4.5'' Hubs - 73" Hubface 58" Spring Center
- 73" Hubface: Measure from one face of hub (where the studs start coming out of hub) to the face of hub on opposite side
- 58" Spring Center: Measure from center of one spring seat, to the center of spring seat on opposite side
- Package include: 3500 lbs Trailer Axle with 5-Lug 4.5'' Hubs
- Widely used: Suitable for all light trailers, including trailer axle, boat trailer axle, car trailer axle, ATV trailer axle, lawn and landscape trailer axle, motorcycle trailer axle, cargo trailer axle, enclosed trailer axle, RV trailer axle, etc
- Any questions after receiving Trailer Axle Kit , please contact us freely
SaleBestseller No. 5
3.5k TK Trailer Axle - 3500 lb Idler 5 Lug - Dexter Compatible, 85" Hubface 70" Spring Center / 5x4.5 Bolt Pattern
- 85" Hubface 70" Spring Center / 5x4.5 Bolt Pattern | Specs: 3,500 lbs Idler Trailer Axle (Capacity 3.5K), 5 Lug, Tube: 2 3/8"
- Internal Components: 3.5k (3500 lb Capacity) Bearing Kit, 3.5k TK Axle Hub - 5 lug Brake, 3.5k TK Axle Beam - 3.5k Tube, 3.5k TK Axle Studs - 1/2"
- How to Measure Your Idler Trailer Axle - Hubface: Measure from one face of hub (where the studs start coming out of hub) to the face of hub on opposite side. Spring Center: Measure from center of one spring seat, to the center of spring seat on opposite side (see image in gallery for more details).
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube Construction - Ensures even tire wear and a better highway experience | Underslung - Axle is welded with spring seats on the bottom. Allows for lower ride height. For optimal usage, use with double eye springs. | EZ Lube Design - Removable rubber plug on the hub cap with easy access to a grease-able zerk fitting. Grease your axle without pulling off your whole entire hub.
- Replaces Dexter, AL-KO, Hayes, and Lippert Axles. Design for use on Light Duty Trailers: Utility, Boat, Car Haulers, ATV, Lawn & Landscape, Motorcycle, BBQ Pit, Cargo, Enclosed, RV & More
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