NHTSA Recall 97V190007
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V190007; Date: May. 19, 1998
A wheel bearing failure could result in the loss of the wheel end from the axle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Sunline Denver; 1998 Sunline Leola
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Sunline Coach Company
Affected Units:: 276
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: travel and folding trailers equipped with dexter axles. The wheel bearings used in some of these axles have a metallurgical defect causing early failure.
How to Fix:
Dexter axle is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will inspect the axles and replace the wheel bearings if necessary.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began during December 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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