Defect Description For Recall
Express Trailers Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2012 Express Cargo Trailers Equipped With Carlisle Tire And Wheel Brand Aluminum Wheels Installed As Original Equipment. These Wheels Were Manufactured With Machine Dimensions For The Application Of A Center Cap And The Application Of Steel Lug Inserts That Were Not Controlled To The Required Specifications. As A Result, The Wheel May Not Be Tightened To The Proper Torque During The Mounting Process.
Make Of Vehicle
EXPRESS
Model Of Vehicle
CARGO
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V512000
Component Description
Wheels
Effect Of Defect
If The Wheels Are Not Tightened To The Proper Torque, The Wheels Could Loosen, Leading To Wheel Separation, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash. A Detached Wheel Also Becomes A Road Hazard.
Fix Defect
All Of The Affected Owners Were Notified In October 2012. Owners May Contact Express Trailers At 1-727-572-4265 For More Information.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Express Trailers
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
10
Date Owners Notified
20121023
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Express Trailers
Date Report Received
20121023