Defect Description For Recall
Certain Trailers Were Equipped With Synthetic Axle Grease. Wheel Bearing Failure Occurs Resulting In Damaged Wheel Hubs, Axle Spindles, Wheel Seals, Etc.
Make Of Vehicle
RHODES
Model Of Vehicle
DUMP TRAILER
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
03V436000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
Effect Of Defect
Extreme Heat Can Occur That Could Cause The Axle Spindle To Separate From The Axle And Cause The Tires And Wheels To Come Off While In Operation, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Remove Tires And Wheels, Disassemble The Axle Hub Wheel Bearings, And Inspect And Replace, If Necessary. The Suspect Grease Will Be Removed And Cleaned Thoroughly. Owner Notification Began September 26, 2003. Owners Should Contact Rhodes At 1-304-863-8078.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Rhodes Trailers
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
32
Date Owners Notified
20030926
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Rhodes Trailers
Date Report Received
20031104