Axle: non-powered axle assemblyRecall 19V-266 · Wilson vehicles
Wilson Trailer Company recall 19V-266 covers 13 Wilson vehicles for a axle: non-powered axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on April 2, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V266000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Wilson Trailer Company (Wilson) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Punch Side Gooseneck Livestock trailers. The axles may lack the proper amount of grease on the inner and outer bearings on the hubs, which may lead to bearing failure.
The risk
The ungreased axle bearings could result in a wheel locking up, possibly affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Wilson will notify owners, and dealers will properly grease or replace the axles, as needed, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Wilson customer service at 1-800-798-2002. Wilson's number for this recall is 028P.
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.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 14, 2018 to March 1, 2019. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.