CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING; STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
- Problem
- Trail King Industries, Inc. (Trail King) is recalling certain 2018-2020 TKOLB332NG-HH, TKOLB336NG, TKOLB336NG-HH, TKOLB434NG-HH, and TKOLB436NG-HH vehicles equipped with Dexter Smart Steer axles. The steering arm may detach from the steering knuckle during certain low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers.
- Risk
- A detached steering arm may cause a loss of steering control. In addition, attachment hardware may fall and become a road hazard. Both of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dexter Axle will inspect the steering arm and apply welds, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 4, 2021. Owners may contact Trail King's customer service at 1-800-843-3324 or Dexter Axle's customer service at 1-574-295-7888. Trail King's number for this recall is TK202103.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2018-2020 Trail King TKOLB vehicles equipped with Dexter Smart Steer axles may have a steering arm that can detach from the steering knuckle during certain low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers. Attachment hardware may also fall onto the road and become a hazard.
A detached steering arm can cause a loss of steering control, and falling hardware can create a road hazard. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dexter Axle will inspect the steering arm and apply welds at no cost. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 4, 2021. You can contact Trail King customer service at 1-800-843-3324 or Dexter Axle customer service at 1-574-295-7888, referencing recall TK202103. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Trail King Tkolb | 201820192020 |
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