Watson & Chalin SL2065: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 24E031000 · 24 units potentially affected · filed Apr 3, 2024
What's wrong
Watson & Chalin Manufacturing, Inc. (W&C) is recalling certain SL2065 steerable lift axle suspension systems with a 20,000lb capacity. The bearing journals may not be fully seated into the left and right-side steering knuckle assembly.
Why it matters
A loose spindle may fracture, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
W&C will work with commercial vehicle manufacturers and vehicle owners to provide and assist with the installation of replacement axle subassemblies, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact W&C customer service at 1-972-838-1266 or 1-972-547-6020. W&C's number for this recall is W&C 2024-01.
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
- 24E031000
- Manufacturer no.
- W&C 2024-01
- Manufacturer
- Watson & Chalin Manufacturing, Inc.
- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
- Units affected
- 24
- Report received
- Apr 3, 2024
- Owner letters
- Sep 12, 2024
- Type
- Equipment
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