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- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- American Hauler is recalling certain 2018 Air-Lite, Arrow, Falcon/XC and Night Hawk cargo trailers equipped with Dexter D52 axles. The axles of these trailers may have spindle weld failures.
- Risk
- A failure of the axle increases the risk of crash and/or injury.
- Remedy
- American Hauler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Dexter Axle at 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2018 cargo trailers built by American Hauler may have a rear axle that can fail because of weld problems at the axle spindle. The trailers are equipped with Dexter D52 axles, and a failure of the axle increases the risk of a crash and injury.
If you own one of the affected trailers, American Hauler will notify you directly. Dealers will inspect the axles and replace them if necessary, at no cost to you. You can also contact Dexter Axle at 574-295-7888 with questions. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| American Hauler Air-Lite | 2018 |
|---|---|
| American Hauler Arrow | 2018 |
| American Hauler Falcon XC | 2018 |
| American Hauler Night Hawk | 2018 |