Alko Axis Axles Brake Hub/drum Assembly Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 15E039000
Manufacturer: Industrial Axle Company
Manufactured Begin Date: March 9th, 2015
Manufactured End Date: April 17th, 2015
Date of Owner Notification: May 8th, 2015

Defect Summary:
Industrial Axle Company (IAC) is recalling certain ALKO AXIS Axles, model numbers H52, QF48, QF52, QF60, QF70, D52, D60, T52, and T60, part number 363239.9, manufactured March 9, 2015, to April 17, 2015. The affected axle hubs have wheel mounting studs that may fail.

Consequence Summary:
If the wheel studs break while the trailer is being used, wheel separation may occur, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Summary:
IAC will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected hubs and dealers for those manufacturers will notify the trailer owners. The axle hubs and drums will be inspected, and depending on the date of production, the hub and drum will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact IAC customer service at 1-800-400-2164 or [email protected].

Recall Notes:
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.safercar.gov.