Recall 15V256 affects 1 2016 Lakota Charger C39 trailer because wheel studs can break and detach a wheel. Repair will be free once available.
Lakota is recalling one 2016 Charger C39 trailer under recall 15V256 because the wheel studs that attach the wheels to the axle hubs can break. If those studs fail, a wheel can detach from the trailer and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Lakota makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The wheel studs on the 2016 Lakota Charger C39 are threaded metal pins that hold each wheel tight against the axle hub. The hub is the part of the axle that the wheel mounts to, so the studs carry the clamping force that keeps the wheel seated while the trailer is moving. They have to stay intact under road vibration and wheel load.
On the affected trailer, the Lippert axle uses a Tru Ryde 10-inch or 12-inch hub with studs that break. Lakota said the root cause was unknown, but Lippert stated the replacement pieces came from a different supplier. When a stud breaks, the wheel loses part of the clamping force that holds it to the hub, and the dealer needs to replace the affected parts before the trailer leaves service.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not count on noise, vibration, or visible movement to appear first.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Lakota Charger C39 | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
Broken wheel studs can let a wheel detach from the trailer, increasing crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure. Until the repair is available, confirm whether your VIN is included and call a Lakota dealer for next steps before hauling the trailer. Repair will be free at any franchised Lakota dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Lakota Charger C39 is included in this recall.
- Use the owner notice Lakota mailed on April 8, 2015, or call Lakota customer service at 1-574-848-1636 for current repair instructions.
- Ask a franchised Lakota dealer about the free wheel-hub replacement that fixes the wheel-stud breakage risk.
- Reference recall number 15V256 and Lakota recall 160230 when you call.
- Stop towing the trailer if a wheel feels loose, makes noise, or shows broken studs; ask Lakota about towing or mobile service before moving it.
What happens at the repair
Lakota has notified the owner. Once the dealer repair is available, a Lakota technician will inspect the trailer wheel hubs and replace any affected wheel hub free of charge. The recall covers the needed parts and labor. Lakota's general reimbursement plan is on file for owners who paid out of pocket before the recall repair. Keep repair invoices and ask Lakota customer service how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 8, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| May 8, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| May 8, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V256?
Recall 15V256 covers 1 2016 Lakota Charger C39 trailer with wheel studs that can break where the wheels attach to the axle hubs. If the studs break, a wheel can detach from the trailer and increase crash risk. Lakota will replace any affected wheel hub for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Lakota Charger C39 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 15V256. If it is, contact a Lakota dealer or Lakota customer service at 1-574-848-1636 and ask for recall 160230. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Lakota says a dealer will replace any affected wheel hub free of charge. Use recall 15V256 or Lakota recall number 160230 when you talk with the dealer.
Is it safe to tow my 2016 Lakota Charger C39?
The stated safety risk is wheel separation. Confirm whether your VIN is included before towing the trailer again. If it is included, call a Lakota dealer or Lakota customer service and ask how to move the trailer for the free wheel hub repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V256000 |
|---|---|
| Lakota customer service | 1-574-848-1636 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V256 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V256000 |
Source documents
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