Dexter D44 Trailer Axle: Suspension — non-powered axle assembly

Affects Dexter D44 Trailer Axle · — — about 9K vehicles.

The hazard

The wheel hub may overheat and smoke, increasing the risk of a fire or the bearing may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dexter Axle will notify the axle purchasers, and dealers for those vehicle manufacturers will replace the hubs with new hubs, free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2018. Owners may contact Dexter Axle customer service at 1-574-295-7888.

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