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NHTSA recall 78V102000

Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › Hanger/bracket

Butler Butler

Reported May 3, 197879 vehicles affectedBUTLER MANUFACTURING

The defect

The welds joining the spring hangers to sub-frames may fail due to developing cracks which could cause the spring hanger to become loose.

The remedy

The dealer will inspect and repair any welds found containing cracks.

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Vehicles in this recall

Notes

Vehicle description: tank trailers.system: suspension; tandem axle, hanger bracket.consequences of defect: the correct tracking and functioning of the suspensionwould be affected and an accident could result without prior warning.note: the welds should immediately be inspected in the areas designated. If anycracks are found, the trailer should be withdrawn from service until thecracked welds can be repaired. Also, a slapping noise will occur duringbraking, signaling that there IS a problem.