Stratos DMD-400, DMD-1000 +7 more: Suspension — non-powered axle assembly

Affects Stratos DMD-400, DMD-1000, DMT-1000, DMD-600, SG-600I, SG-400I, SG-1000I, DMT-400, DMT-600 · 2014–2016 — about 45 vehicles.

The hazard

If the axles are overloaded, the bearings may overheat and/or the hubs may detach from the axles, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

PTIC will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axles with upgraded ones, free of charge. The recall began on December 23. 2016. Owners may contact PTIC customer service at 1-518-218-7676.

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