NHTSA Campaign 20E055000

SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE

Issued by Watson & Chalin Manufacturing, Inc. · Reported Aug 18, 2020 · 3,470 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Watson & Chalin Manufacturing, Inc. (W & C) is recalling certain SL2065 steerable lift axle suspension systems with a 20,000lb capacity. The lower rear pivot cap screws may not be long enough to sufficiently engage the locking feature of the corresponding nuts.

Consequence

The short screws can cause the hardware to separate from the suspension system and become road hazards, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury.

Remedy

W & C will notify the affected vehicle manufacturers and the aftermarket equipment installers that purchased the suspensions. The suspensions will replace the lower rear pivot fasteners replaced, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 22, 2020. Owners may contact W & C customer service at 1-972-838-1266. W & C's number for this recall is W&C2020-01.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
WATSON & CHALIN SL2065 3,470

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20E055000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.