Loose grease fitting may cause wheel detachment
Defect Summary
Lippert (lippert) is recalling certain 5200 and 6000 curt rv axles. the axles may have an improperly tightened grease fitting that can separate and cause damage, possibly resulting in wheel detachment.
Safety Consequence
A detached wheel increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the grease fittings, as necessary, free of charge. lippert is expected to notify vehicle manufacturers in june 2023. owners may contact lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Lippert or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 23E046000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23E046000?
NHTSA recall 23E046000 was issued by Lippert on June 22, 2023. It addresses: Loose grease fitting may cause wheel detachment. The recall affects approximately 3,427 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Lippert dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23E046000 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.