Safety Recall NHTSA · 72V179000 Reported July 14, 1972

Suspension:axle unknown:non-power:axle assembly

Smith Tank And Equipment · Suspension · 2 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
72V179000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
2
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 14, 1972

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Smith Tank And Equipment dealer and reference recall ID 72V179000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 72V179000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 72V179000?

NHTSA recall 72V179000 was issued by Smith Tank And Equipment on July 14, 1972. It addresses: Suspension:axle unknown:non-power:axle assembly. The recall affects approximately 2 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Smith Tank And Equipment dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 72V179000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.