NHTSA recall 18E088000 · Equipment
Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
Reported Sep 5, 20181,569 vehicles affectedAXN Heavy Duty LLCBuilt Jan 1, 2018 – Jul 28, 2018
The defect
AXN Heavy Duty LLC (AXN) is recalling certain Trailer Axles. The wheel end nut locking device on these trailers may not be properly installed, allowing the wheel end to separate from the axle.
The risk
If the wheel end separates from the axle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
AXN has notified the trailer manufacturers that purchased the axles, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the locking clip to ensure its proper installation, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2018. Owners may contact AXN customer service at 1-502-882-9122.