Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Suspension & Steering

Lippert: Brake Hub Assemblies Recalled for Potential Wheel Detachment

Agency Publication Date: September 14, 2022

Summary

Lippert is recalling approximately 404 Brake Hub - 865H-5/8 assemblies (part number 243185) produced for the utility market. These hub assemblies may have been manufactured with incorrect outer bearings that can cause the components to overheat. If the bearings overheat, the wheel can detach from the vehicle, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

Risk

Incorrect bearings can lead to excessive heat buildup during operation, which can cause the hub assembly to fail and allow the wheel to completely detach while the vehicle is in motion.

What You Should Do

Identify if your utility trailer or equipment uses the Lippert Brake Hub - 865H-5/8 with part number 243185.
Check your purchase records or contact your vehicle manufacturer to see if your equipment was manufactured using these specific hub assemblies after September 2022.
Contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514 to verify if your specific unit is part of the recall using recall number 045-2022-002.
If affected, schedule a free repair through an authorized dealer who will replace the axles as necessary.
For additional questions or to report safety concerns, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

Free Repair

Free axle replacement

How to: Dealers will replace the affected axles free of charge. Owners should contact Lippert customer service to coordinate.

Affected Products

Product: Lippert Brake Hub - 865H-5/8

Part / Model:

243185

Date Ranges: September 2022

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22E074000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Lippert

Sold By: Utility market vehicle manufacturers; Authorized dealers

Units Affected: 404 vehicles(4% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Equipment (E)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: September 14, 2022

Notes: 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.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 045-2022-002

Agency Last Updated: June 8, 2023

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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Summary

What You Should Do

Identify if your utility trailer or equipment uses the Lippert Brake Hub - 865H-5/8 with part number 243185.

Check your purchase records or contact your vehicle manufacturer to see if your equipment was manufactured using these specific hub assemblies after September 2022.

Contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514 to verify if your specific unit is part of the recall using recall number 045-2022-002.

If affected, schedule a free repair through an authorized dealer who will replace the axles as necessary.

For additional questions or to report safety concerns, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22E074000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Lippert

Sold By: Utility market vehicle manufacturers; Authorized dealers

Units Affected: 404 vehicles(4% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Equipment (E)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: September 14, 2022

Notes: 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.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 045-2022-002

Agency Last Updated: June 8, 2023