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- SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
- Problem
- Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2022-2023 TG-124S trailers. The axle U-bolts that secure the leaf springs may not be tightened properly, which can cause the U-bolts to loosen and detach from the axle and suspension.
- Risk
- U-bolt detachment can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Altec will inspect and tighten the U-bolt nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Altec's customer service at 1-877-462-5832. Altec's number for this recall is CSN 3086.
- 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 2022-2023 TG-124S units have axle U-bolts that may not be tightened properly. The U-bolts that secure the leaf springs to the axle can loosen and detach from the axle and suspension.
If a U-bolt detaches, the vehicle can lose handling and control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk and have the issue checked promptly.
Altec Industries will inspect and tighten the U-bolt nuts free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 4, 2023. You can contact Altec customer service at 1-877-462-5832 and reference recall number CSN 3086. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Altec TG-124S | 20222023 |
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