NHTSA recall 19V681000
Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
Lucon Custom Heavy Haul
Reported Sep 26, 20198 vehicles affectedLucon, Inc.Built Dec 17, 2018 – Jan 31, 2019
The defect
Lucon, Inc. (Lucon) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Lucon Custom Heavy Haul dual axle trailers, models 10T162FCBW and 10T172FCBW, built on Dexter #13G axles. The axles may lack the proper amount of grease on the inner and outer bearings in the hubs.
The risk
A lack of grease on the bearings can cause overheating and premature bearing failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dexter notified Lucon dealers, and properly greased and reinstalled the components or replaced the components as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2019. Owners may contact Lucon customer service at 1-770-233-1331.