Dexter Axle Company – Insufficient Grease on Bearings may cause Failure

Dexter Axle Company (Dexter Axle) is recalling certain #13, #13D, #13G, #13T, #14, and #14T axles. The axles may lack the proper amount of grease on the inner and outer bearings in the hubs.


Report Received Date 03/07/2019
NHTSA ID 19E023000
Consequence Summary The ungreased axle bearings may result in a wheel locking up, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action Dexter has notify the trailer manufacturers that purchased the axles, and dealers will properly grease and reinstall the components or replace the components as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Dexter Axle customer service at 1-574-295-7888.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 882
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19E023000)

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