Safety Recall NHTSA · 00V358002 Reported January 26, 2001

Morbark/dexter axle/axles

Q: What is recall 00V358002?

NHTSA recall 00V358002 was issued by Morbark, Inc. on January 26, 2001. It addresses: Morbark/dexter axle/axles. The recall affects approximately 98 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Morbark, Inc. · N/A · 98 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

00V358002

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Morbark, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

January 26, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: utility vehicles equipped with dexter axles that were manufactured with a bearing option known as nev-r-lube. the optional hub utilizes a sealed cartridge bearing which is held in place with a retaining ring that prevents the hub from shifting on the bearing. some of these axle assemblies were produced without the retaining ring.

Safety Consequence

The absence of the retaining ring can allow the hub to shift inward and may result in brake interference or tire contact to the vehicle structure. braking problems can result in a loss of control of the vehicle. Tire contact to the vehicle structure can result in overheating and potentially lead to a fire or cause the tire to blowout.

Corrective Action

Dexter axle will inspect and repair the affected axles free of charge.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Morbark, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 00V358002 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 00V358002

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 00V358002?

NHTSA recall 00V358002 was issued by Morbark, Inc. on January 26, 2001. It addresses: Morbark/dexter axle/axles. The recall affects approximately 98 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Morbark, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V358002 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.