NHTSA Recall 22V028000: Spindle (suspension)
Inland Empire Trailers reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 50 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Inland Empire Trailers Car Hauler Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V028000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › SPINDLE |
| Report received | January 24, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Inland Empire Trailers (Inland Empire) is recalling all 2021 Inland Empire (IE) trailers. The spindle nuts on the axles may have been improperly tightened during assembly.
Safety risk
Improperly tightened spindle nuts may cause excessive axle vibration and overheat the bearings, affecting vehicle control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Inland Empire will inspect the spindle nuts and bearings, tighten the spindle nuts and replace the bearings as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Feb. 21, 2022. Owners may contact Inland Empire at 1-909-999-5422.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V028000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Inland Empire Trailers Car Hauler Trailer | 2021 |
| Inland Empire Trailers Custom Trailer | 2021 |
| Inland Empire Trailers Dump Trailer | 2021 |
| Inland Empire Trailers Enclosed Trailer | 2021 |
| Inland Empire Trailers Flat Deck Trailer | 2021 |
| Inland Empire Trailers Rzr Trailer | 2021 |
| Inland Empire Trailers Utility Trailer | 2021 |
| Inland Empire Trailers Utility/ Dump Trailer | 2021 |
| Inland Empire Trailers Vending Trailer | 2021 |
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.