Williamsen-godwin WPED5W-SL2255: Steering recall

What's wrong

Williamsen-Godwin Truck Body Company LLC (Williamsen-Godwin) is recalling certain WPED5W-SL2255 trailers equipped with Smart-Steer 2.0 self-steering axles. The steering arm may fracture during certain conditions, such as low speed and high side-loading.

Why it matters

The fractured steering arm and tie rod can separate and fall to the ground, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install a new steering arm and additional welds, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Williamsen-Godwin customer service at 1-801-973-9400.

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.nhtsa.gov. Please be reminded of the following requirements:You are required to submit a draft owner notification letter to this office no less than five days prior to mailing it to the customers.Also, copies of all notices, bulletins, dealer notifications, and other communications that relate to this recall, including a copy of the final owner notification letter and any subsequent owner follow-up notification letter(s), are required to be submitted to this office no later than 5 days after they are originally sent (if they are sent to more than one manufacturer, distributor, dealer, or purchaser/owner).Please be reminded that under 49 U.S.