NHTSA recall campaign
19V681000
ManufacturerLucon, Inc.Reported2019-09-26Affected8 vehicles
What was wrong
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.
Risk
A lack of grease on the bearings can cause overheating and premature bearing failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
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