Saf-holland | NHTSA Recall #08E031000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E031000 by Saf-holland. Includes 2,065 affected units, TRANSVERSE BEAM, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Saf-holland has reported a safety related defect in 2,065 transverse beam assemblies, p/nos. 90547733, 90547813, and 90548443, installed as original equipment in certain recreational vehicles to aid in providing roll resistance of the drive axle suspension system. in some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.

Corrective Action

Each vehicle manufacturer will file a defect report and remedy plan for their vehicles which included these transverse beam assemblies as original equipment. vehicles will be repaired at no cost to the owner. the recall is expected to begin during april 2008. owners can contact either their vehicle manufacturer or saf-holland at 231-773-3271.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E031000

Manufacturer: Saf-holland

Report Received Date: 2008-04-10T00:00:00

Subject: Transverse beam

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 2,065

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Saf-holland has reported a safety related defect in 2,065 transverse beam assemblies, p/nos. 90547733, 90547813, and 90548443, installed as original equipment in certain recreational vehicles to aid in providing roll resistance of the drive axle suspension system. in some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.

Consequence Summary: If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. in addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.

Corrective Action: Each vehicle manufacturer will file a defect report and remedy plan for their vehicles which included these transverse beam assemblies as original equipment. vehicles will be repaired at no cost to the owner. the recall is expected to begin during april 2008. owners can contact either their vehicle manufacturer or saf-holland at 231-773-3271.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08E031000

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