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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 01V218002📅 Oct 10, 2001

2000 US Cargo Trailer recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

Vehicle description: trailers equipped with american racing equipment aluminum wheels (part AR-62) combined with dexter axle six bolt hubs (part 008-201). Certain aluminum wheels with a smaller diameter mounting surface are not adequately supported when used on the six bolt brake drums. The insufficient contact area between this wheel and dexter's hub CAN result in loosening of the wheel fasteners which could cause the wheel(s) to become detached from the vehicle.

💥 The risk

Insufficient surface area will result in loosening of the wheel bolts which may cause the wheel(s) to become detached from the vehicle. Loss of the wheel(s) could result in a vehicle crash.

🔧 The fix

Dexter axle will be notifying consumers to inspect their axles to confirm that the Trailer is fitted with alumnium wheels. If so, the nearest Trailer facility should be able to assist the consumers with repairs free of charge. 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 service department at 1-800-440-2164 or us cargo at 1-219-848-5862.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
01V218002
Manufacturer
U.S. CARGO
Vehicles affected
26
Component
SUSPENSION
Owner phone
1-800-440-2164
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Built
Feb 1, 2000 – Aug 31, 2000
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 01V218002 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 01V218002?

2000 US Cargo Trailer. 26 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized US Cargo dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-440-2164.