Key Takeaway

SELF-STEERING AXLE & SUSPENSION SYSTEMS by WATSON & CHALIN MANUFACTURING, INC. was recalled on August 15, 2007. What to do: WATSON & CHALIN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE REPAIR KITS ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTA...

NHTSA Ongoing

SELF-STEERING AXLE & SUSPENSION SYSTEMS

Recalled: August 15, 2007 ~991 units affected 07E057

Description

CERTAIN WATSON & CHALIN MANUFACTURING ALUMILITE AUXILIARY LIFT AXLES, MODELS SL-1190 AND SL-0890, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 10, 2005, TO JANUARY 31, 2006, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND TRAILERS. THE LOWER CAST ARMS COULD FRACTURE WHICH COULD AFFECT THE SUSPENSIONS ABILITY TO LIFT THE AXLE WHEN IT'S NOT NEEDED.

Injuries / Consequence

A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

WATSON & CHALIN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE REPAIR KITS ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT WATSON & CHALIN MANUFACTURING AT 1-800-445-0736.

Products Affected

Vehicle

Vehicles

Company Information

WATSON & CHALIN MANUFACTURING, INC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recall still active?

Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.

How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: WATSON & CHALIN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE REPAIR KITS ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT WATSON & CHALIN MANUFACTURING AT 1-800-445-0736...

Where can I find the original recall notice?

This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.

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