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- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
- Problem
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2014 Pratt ISO tank chassis equipped with SAF-Holland 5-inch tapered axles may have rear axle spindles with material thickness below specification. Because of this, the wheel end may separate from the axle while the vehicle is in use.
If the wheel end separates, the vehicle can lose a wheel and its support, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and arrange for the inspection promptly.
The repair is free. Pratt will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect the axles and replace any defective spindles at no cost. Owners can contact Pratt customer service at 1-269-465-4646, extension 110, and reference recall number EQ16-003. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Pratt DC432LS9 ISO Tank Chassis | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Pratt DC432LS9HL ISO Tank Chass | 2014 |