NHTSA Recall 03V436000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V436000; Date: Nov. 4, 2003
Extreme heat can occur that could cause the axle spindle to separate from the axle and cause the tires and wheels to come off while in operation, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Rhodes Dump Trailer; 1999 Rhodes Dump Trailer; 2000 Rhodes Dump Trailer; 2001 Rhodes Dump Trailer; 2002 Rhodes Dump Trailer
Component: Suspension:front:wheel Bearing
Manufactured by: Rhodes Trailers
Affected Units:: 32
Recall Summary:
Certain trailers were equipped with synthetic axle grease. Wheel bearing failure occurs resulting in damaged wheel hubs, axle spindles, wheel seals, etc.
How to Fix:
Dealers will remove tires and wheels, disassemble the axle hub wheel bearings, and inspect and replace, if necessary. The suspect grease will be removed and cleaned thoroughly. Owner notification began September 26, 2003. Owners should contact rhodes at 1-304-863-8078.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 26, 2003
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