NHTSA Recall 01V218001: Suspension
UNITED EXPRESSLINE, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 26 vehicles. It affects 2000 Southwest Expressline Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V218001 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | June 25, 2001 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: steel unibody trailers equipped with american racing equipment aluminum wheels (part ar-62) combined with dexter axle six bolt hubs (part 008-201). Certain aluminum wheels with a smaller diameter mounting surface are not adequately supported when used on the six bolt brake drums. The insufficient contact area between this wheel and dexter's hub can result in loosening of the wheel fasteners which could cause the wheel(s) to become detached from the vehicle.
Safety risk
Insufficient surface area will result in loosening of the wheel bolts which may cause the wheel(s) to become detached from the vehicle. Loss of the wheel(s) could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dexter axle will be notifying consumers to inspect their axles to confirm that the trailer is fitted with alumnium wheels. If so, the nearest trailer facility should be able to assist the consumers with repairs free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact dexter axle service department at 1-800-440-2164 or united expressline at 1-626-483-2345.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V218001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Southwest Expressline Trailer | 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.