9999 LIPPERT 6000 (AXLE) Recall

Campaign:: 10E037000 on 08/15/2010
Component:: Power train:axle assembly
Affected:: 438
Defect:: Lippert is recalling certain trailer axles, models 6000 and 7000, installed as original equipment for certain nuwa trvael trailers. the weld joining the axle tube to the spindle may be mislocated.
Consequence:: The spindle may partially or completely separate from the axle tube and the wheel and the hub assembly may come off the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Correction:: Lippert is working with nuwa to identify owners and the vehicles will be inspected for mislocated welds and, if necessary, the axles will be replaced free of charge. the safety recall began on june 23, 2010. owners may contact lippert's axle service & warranty department at 1-877-870-4900.
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

9999 LIPPERT 6000 (AXLE) TSB