Trailers By Dorsey, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #95V249001

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 95V249001 by Trailers By Dorsey, Inc.. Includes 50 affected units, SUSPENSION:I-BEAM:SOLID:FRONT SPINDLE:KNUCKLE, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

These axles consist of a steel tubular center section and forged steel spindles that are welded to each end of the tube. Either spindle can contain a circumferential crack through a portion of its cross section.

Corrective Action

Eaton will use portable ultrasonic testing equipment to inspect each suspect trailer axle. Trailer axles containing defective spindles will be replaced with equivalent axles.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 95V249001

Manufacturer: Trailers By Dorsey, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1995-12-02T00:00:00

Subject: Suspension:i-beam:solid:front spindle:knuckle

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 50

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: These axles consist of a steel tubular center section and forged steel spindles that are welded to each end of the tube. Either spindle can contain a circumferential crack through a portion of its cross section.

Consequence Summary: This crack can reduce the effective service life ofthe spindle and cause the spindle to fracture during normal vehicle operation increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action: Eaton will use portable ultrasonic testing equipment to inspect each suspect trailer axle. Trailer axles containing defective spindles will be replaced with equivalent axles.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 95V249001

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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