DEXTER AXLE: Safety Recalls in 1996

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by DEXTER AXLE in 1996. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.
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September 10, 1996
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

DEXTER/SPINDLE FAILURES

A METALLURGICAL DEFECT IN THE AXLE SPINDLES CAUSES BRITTLENESS AND POSSIBLE BREAKAGE.
NHTSA ID: 96E028000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 74
Consequence Summary:
BREAKAGE OF THESE SPINDLES CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Action:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AXLES ON THESE TRAILERS.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No