Suspension › Rear › Axle › Spindle

Reported Nov 14, 1983776 vehicles affectedPHILIPS INDUSTRIES, INC.Built Apr 1, 1983 – Jul 1, 1983

The defect

Weld at the tube/spindle joint IS misplaced, resulting in a joint that lacks the necessary strength.

The remedy

Axles will be inspected by axle manufacturer and replaced if welds are found to be unsatisfactory.

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Notes

Vehicle category: truck trailer; horse and stock.system: suspension; axles; philips A4 type, 87 inch track, 60 and one half inchspring center.consequences of defect: wheel and components could separate while vehicle IS inmotion which could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

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