Safety Recall NHTSA · 18E090000 Reported September 17, 2018

Misoriented brake flange may cause brake failure

Q: What is recall 18E090000?

NHTSA recall 18E090000 was issued by Dexter Axle Company on September 17, 2018. It addresses: Misoriented brake flange may cause brake failure. The recall affects approximately 3,463 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.

Dexter Axle Company · N/A · 3,463 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18E090000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Dexter Axle Company

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

3,463

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

September 17, 2018

Completion Rate

83.57

Defect Summary

Dexter axle company (dexter axle) is recalling certain torsion trailer axles, models #10, #10f and #11. the brake mounting flanges may be incorrectly oriented, possibly resulting in premature brake failure.

Safety Consequence

Premature brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dexter axle will notify the trailer manufacturers that purchased the axles, and dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the axles and replace the entire axle, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began october 11, 2018. owners may contact dexter customer service at 1-574-295-7888.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Dexter Axle Company dealer and reference recall ID 18E090000 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 18E090000

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

What is recall 18E090000?

NHTSA recall 18E090000 was issued by Dexter Axle Company on September 17, 2018. It addresses: Misoriented brake flange may cause brake failure. The recall affects approximately 3,463 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Dexter Axle Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18E090000 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.