NHTSA Recall 04V440000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V440000; Date: Sep. 15, 2004
Failure to install the keeper can cause the wheel on the affected axle to come off and cause personal injury to other persons outside the vehicle and property damage.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Wilson Grain Trailer
Component: Wheels:cap/cover/hub
Manufactured by: Wilson Trailer Company
Affected Units:: 448
Recall Summary:
On certain trailers, the wheel assembly hub spindle nut on each axle may have been installed without a "keeper. " the purpose of the keeper is to lock the spindle nut in place and, thereby, secure the wheel to the axle.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and determine if each wheel assembly lacks a keeper. If the keeper is not present, it will be installed. The recall began on September 9, 2004. Owners should contact wilson trailer company at 1-800-798-2002.
Recall Notes:
Wilson trailer recall no. 04100. 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 9, 2004
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