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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 10V503📅 Oct 21, 2010

2011 Open Range Fifth Wheel & 2011 Open Range TOY Hauler recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

Open range is recalling certain model year 2011 Fifth Wheel travel trailers and TOY haulers manufactured from august 17, 2010, and september 9, 2010, equipped with dexter axles. On some axles, cracks could appear in the spindle weld.

💥 The risk

These cracks CAN propagate and cause the spindle to detach from the axle tube, resulting in the separation of the Wheel end from the vehicle, creating a road hazard that increases the risk of a crash to other vehicles, and compromises the driver's control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

🔧 The fix

Open range is working with dexter axle and will inspect the axle serial number and replace it if it falls within the serial number range. Replacement of the axle will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on december 27, 2010. Owners may contact open range at 1-260-768-7771 and dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164.

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
10V503000
Manufacturer
OPEN RANGE R.V. COMPANY
Vehicles affected
56
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-400-2164
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 26, 2010
Built
Aug 17, 2010 – Sep 9, 2010
Recall started by
MFR
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 http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 10V503 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 10V503?

2011 Open Range Fifth Wheel & 2011 Open Range TOY Hauler. 56 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Open Range dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-400-2164.