Recalls › 83V051000

NHTSA recall 83V051000

Suspension › Multiple axle

Presvac D21 Trailer Axle

Reported May 5, 198387 vehicles affectedPRESVAC SYS (BURL) LTD.Built Sep 1, 1980 – Nov 1, 1981

The defect

Spindle radius IS subject to cracking under a load greater than or equal to the rated capacity of 22,500 lbs. If a large enough crack develops, the spindle could collapse and the wheel assembly could break away from the axle.

The remedy

Upon inspection axles will either be replaced or certified as safe. If trailer IS grossly overloaded, replacement axles will be supplied but labor charges will be paid by vehicle owner.

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Vehicles in this recall

Presvac D21 Trailer Axle
19801981

Notes

Vehicle description: semi-trailer tank transports; tandem axle.system: suspension; trailer axle.consequences of defect: loss of the wheel assembly could cause sudden loss ofvehicle control, possibly resulting in an accident and personal injury.