NHTSA Campaign 22V735000
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Issued by East Texas Trailer · Reported Oct 3, 2022 · 3 vehicles affected
What's wrong
East Texas Trailer (East Texas) is recalling certain 2021 Tank trailers equipped with Besser Pro 7000 lbs. Tubular Straight Axle assemblies. The weld that joins the spindle and the main axle may have been improperly placed, which can cause cracking or separation of the axle from the spindle.
Consequence
Cracking or separation of the axle and spindle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the axle serial numbers, and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2022. Owners may contact East Texas customer service at 1-903-378-3303.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| EAST TEXAS | TANK TRAILER | 2021 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V735000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.