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Campaign 24V650 Posted September 4, 2024 123 units

2011-2022 Felling Avtron D40548 Recall 24V650: Axle Bracket

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 20, 2026

Recall 24V650 affects 123 2011-2022 Felling Avtron D40548 trailers for axle bracket cracking. Repair is free at any franchised Felling dealer.

Felling is recalling 123 2011-2022 Avtron D40548 trailers because the axle bracket can crack and break, allowing the axle to detach from the trailer. An axle assembly separation can cause loss of trailer control and raise crash risk; Felling dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The axle bracket on a 2011-2022 Felling Avtron D40548 trailer is part of the suspension mounting hardware. It helps hold the axle in the correct position under the trailer frame, so the wheels stay aligned as the trailer carries load and moves over the road.

On affected trailers, the axle bracket is too narrow and is welded off center. That concentrates stress in the bracket instead of spreading it through the suspension mount. Over time, the bracket can crack. If the cracking continues, the bracket can break and allow the axle to detach from the trailer.

The warning sign is cracking around the axle bracket. Owners or service technicians should look closely at the suspension bracket area for visible cracks, especially before the trailer is put back into service.

Who's affected?

Spans the Avtron D40548 from 2011 through 2022, all tied to the same axle bracket suspension component.

2015 Felling Avtron D40548 suspension component
2021 Felling Avtron D40548 suspension component
2016 Felling Avtron D40548 suspension component
2018 Felling Avtron D40548 suspension component
2020 Felling Avtron D40548 suspension component
Units affected123
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

Not every 2011-2022 Felling Avtron D40548 trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.

What's the safety risk?

An axle assembly separation can cause loss of trailer control and increase the risk of a crash. Cracking around the axle bracket is the warning sign named in the recall; if you see it, stop using the trailer and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Felling dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2022 Felling Avtron D40548 trailer is included in this recall.
  2. Contact your nearest franchised Felling dealer to schedule the free axle-bracket inspection and repair that addresses cracking that can let the axle detach.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Felling mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V650 when you call.
  4. Avoid towing the trailer until the axle-bracket inspection and repair are complete.
  5. Call Felling customer service at 1-888-335-5464 with questions about parts, scheduling, or dealer routing.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Felling technician inspects the axle bracket for cracking or damage and repairs the bracket as needed. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you already paid for an axle bracket repair tied to this defect, Felling's submitted reimbursement plan covers qualifying prior expenses. Ask Felling customer service or the service desk how to submit repair documentation under that plan.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

September 4, 2024 NHTSA published the recall
September 4, 2024 Dealer notification began
September 4, 2024 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
November 6, 2024 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 24V650?

Recall 24V650 covers 123 2011-2022 Felling Avtron D40548 trailers with axle brackets that can crack and break, allowing the axle to detach from the trailer. Felling dealers will inspect the axle bracket and repair it if cracking is found, free of charge.

What should I do if my 2011-2022 Felling Avtron D40548 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 24V650. If it is, contact a Felling dealer to schedule the axle bracket inspection and repair. Reference recall number 24V650 when you call. The repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost, and Felling dealers will inspect and repair the axle bracket free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 24V650.

Is it safe to tow my Felling Avtron D40548 before the repair?

The safety risk is loss of trailer control if the axle assembly separates. If your VIN is included, arrange the dealer inspection before more towing and ask the dealer how to move the trailer for service. The official recall does not include a do-not-drive order.

When were owners notified about recall 24V650?

Felling mailed owner notification letters on November 6, 2024. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. You can also call Felling customer service at 1-888-335-5464 and reference recall 24V650.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V650000
Felling customer service1-888-335-5464
NHTSA recall #24V650
NHTSA recall # (full)24V650000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →