Lippert 7000LB Brake Axle, 6000 (Axle): Power train — axle assembly

Affects Lippert 7000LB Brake Axle, 6000 (Axle) · — — about 438 vehicles.

The hazard

THE SPINDLE MAY PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM THE AXLE TUBE AND THE WHEEL AND THE HUB ASSEMBLY MAY COME OFF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

What to do

LIPPERT IS WORKING WITH NUWA TO IDENTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR MISLOCATED WELDS AND, IF NECESSARY, THE AXLES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LIPPERT'S AXLE SERVICE & WARRANTY DEPARTMENT AT 1-877-870-4900.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational