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Vehicle recall 10V503000 · October 21, 2010

Open Range Fifth Wheel and TOY Hauler

On some axles, cracks could appear in the spindle weld.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Open range is recalling certain model year 2011 fifth wheel travel trailers and toy haulers manufactured from August 17, 2010, and September 9, 2010, equipped with dexter axles. On some axles, cracks could appear in the spindle weld.
Consequence
These cracks can propagate and cause the spindle to detach from the axle tube, resulting in the separation of the wheel end from the vehicle, creating a road hazard that increases the risk of a crash to other vehicles, and compromises the driver's control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Open range is working with dexter axle and will inspect the axle serial number and replace it if it falls within the serial number range. Replacement of the axle will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on December 27, 2010. Owners may contact open range at 1-260-768-7771 and dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
10V503000
Reported to NHTSA
October 21, 2010
Filed by
OPEN RANGE R.V. COMPANY
Owner notification
October 26, 2010
Vehicles potentially affected
56
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Power train › Axle assembly
Recall 10V503000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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