CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
- Problem
- Delco Trailers LLC (Delco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Series, D-Series, and F-Series 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.
- Risk
- Cracking or separation of the axle and spindle can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the axle serial numbers, and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 9, 2022. Owners may contact Delco's customer service at 1-903-739-9400.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2021 and 2022 Delco Trailers C-Series, D-Series, and F-Series trailers may have been equipped with Besser Pro 7,000 lb tubular straight axle assemblies. The weld joining the spindle to the main axle may have been improperly placed, which can cause the axle to crack or separate from the spindle.
Cracking or separation of the axle and spindle can increase the risk of a crash. If you own one of these trailers, check whether it is affected and stop using it if you notice any signs of damage to the axle or spindle until it has been inspected.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the axle serial numbers and replace the axles as necessary at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 9, 2022. You can contact Delco Trailers customer service at 1-903-739-9400, and check your trailer's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Delco Trailers C-Series | 20212022 |
|---|---|
| Delco Trailers D-Series | 20212022 |
| Delco Trailers F-Series | 20212022 |