Rear axle may fracture
Defect Summary
Freedom motors inc., (freedom motors) of savaria vehicle group (formerly the liberty motor company) is recalling one model year 2009 volkswagen routan and certain model year 2008-2010 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country wheelchair accessible vehicles modified by the liberty motor company from february 2008 through january 2011. over time and with use, the vehicle's rear axle may develop cracks which could lead to axle failure.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Freedom motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected axles, free of charge. the recall began on april 1, 2014. owners can contact freedom motors at 1-800-561-9600. freedom motors' number for this recall is engf0216-3.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Freedom Motors, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 14V055000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V055000?
NHTSA recall 14V055000 was issued by Freedom Motors, Inc. on February 11, 2014. It addresses: Rear axle may fracture. The recall affects approximately 130 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Freedom Motors, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V055000 or the manufacturer campaign number ENGF0216-3. 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.