NHTSA Recall 17V041000
Filed by Pratt Industries (US) LLC. Component: Suspension. Reported 2017-01-19. An estimated 126 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Pratt Industries Inc. (Pratt) is recalling certain 2014 DC432LS9 and DC432LS9HL ISO Tank Chassis equipped with SAF-Holland 5-Inch Tapered Axles. In the affected axles, the wheel end may separate from the axle due to an out of specification material thickness on the spindle.
Risk
The wheel end may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Pratt will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles and replace any defective spindles, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Pratt customer service at 1-269-465-4646 extension 110. Pratt's number for this recall is EQ16-003.
Manufacturer campaign number: EQ16-003
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.