Lippert Axle Hub Assembly: Suspension recall
NHTSA campaign 22E074000 · 404 units potentially affected · filed Sep 14, 2022
What's wrong
Lippert (Lippert) is recalling certain hub assemblies produced for use in the Utility market, Brake Hub - 865H-5/8 part number: 243185. The hub assemblies may have been produced with incorrect bearings, which can cause the bearings to overheat and allow the wheel to detach.
Why it matters
A wheel detaching can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Vehicle manufacturers are expected to be notified on September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514. Lippert's number for this recall is 045-2022-002.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22E074000
- Manufacturer no.
- 045-2022-002
- Manufacturer
- Lippert
- Component
- SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
- Units affected
- 404
- Report received
- Sep 14, 2022
- Owner letters
- Sep 14, 2022
- Type
- Equipment
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.