NHTSA Recall 10V460000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V460000; Date: Oct. 8, 2010
These cracks can propagate and cause the spindle to detach from the axle tube, resulting in the separation of the wheel end from the vehicle, creating a road hazard and/or compromising the driver's control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Forest River Sandpiper; 2011 Forest River Sierra
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Forest River, Inc.
Affected Units:: 92
Recall Summary:
Forest river is recalling certain model year 2011 sandpiper and sierra trailers equipped with dexter axles. On some axles, cracks could appear in the spindle weld.
How to Fix:
Forest river is working with dexter axle and will inspect the axle serial number and replace it if it falls within the serial number range. Replacement of the axle will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on January 6, 2011. Owners may contact forest river's warranty department at 1-574-534-3167 or dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 6, 2011
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