NHTSA Recall 95V205000
NHTSA Campaign Id 95V205000; Date: Oct. 13, 1995
Axle separation while moving can increase the risk of a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1991 Utility Trailer; 1992 Utility Trailer; 1993 Utility Trailer; 1994 Utility Trailer; 1995 Utility Trailer
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Utility Trailer Mfg. Co.
Affected Units:: 4,506
Recall Summary:
A crack occurs outboard of the axle attachment which grows and results in separation of the end of that axle, including tires and wheels, from the trailer.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the trailers at all 8 welds on the axle to air ride beam connections for visible cracks. If a crack is detected, the trailers will be removed from service and the axles replaced.
Recall Notes:
System: suspension; single axle; rear. Vehicle description: dual and single axle refrigerated and dry van semi-trailers with "hendrickson" ht190, "neway" rl196, or ar-93 "air ride" suspensions, and "dana" model d22ax503 or "rockwell" model tn4670 or tn4671 axles. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact utility at 1-800-698-7731. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 13, 1995
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