Axle: non-powered axle assemblyRecall 18V-649 · 2018 Multiquip Water Trailers
Multiquip, Inc. recall 18V-649 covers 47 2018 Multiquip Water Trailers for a axle: non-powered axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on September 19, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V649000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2018 Water trailers, models WTE5C and WTE5HP. These trailers have axles that have incorrect Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of 2,470lbs instead of the intended 3,500lbs.
The risk
The incorrect axles may fail from being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Multiquip will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 19, 2018 to September 19, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.