2021 East Texas Tank Trailer: Suspension recall
NHTSA campaign 22V735000 · 3 units potentially affected · filed Oct 3, 2022
What's wrong
East Texas Trailer (East Texas) is recalling certain 2021 Tank trailers equipped with Besser Pro 7000 lbs. Tubular Straight Axle assemblies. The weld that joins the spindle and the main axle may have been improperly placed, which can cause cracking or separation of the axle from the spindle.
Why it matters
Cracking or separation of the axle and spindle can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the axle serial numbers, and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2022. Owners may contact East Texas customer service at 1-903-378-3303.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V735000
- Manufacturer no.
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- Manufacturer
- East Texas Trailer
- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
- Units affected
- 3
- Report received
- Oct 3, 2022
- Owner letters
- Oct 24, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.