Recall 98E023000: Suspension, Rear, Axle, Non-powered Axle Assembly

NHTSA recall 98E023000 · announced July 28, 1998 · Dexter · 39 units affected

The problem

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AXLES. THE HUBS USED ON SOME OF THESE AXLES HAVE AN OVERSIZED WHEEL PILOT DIAMETER WHICH PREVENTS PROPER SEATING OF THE WHEEL.

The risk

IF THE WHEEL IS NOT SEATED, THE MOUNTING STUDS CAN FAIL AND RESULT IN LOSS OF THE WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

What to do

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE TAG AXLE HUBS.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DURING JULY1998.ONLY TERRA TRANSIT VEHICLES ARE INVOLVED IN THIS RECALL.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.