Key Takeaway

SUSPENSION:SINGLE AXLE:REAR:SPRING:COIL AND ATTACH by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL was recalled on June 5, 1989. What to do: INSPECT AND REPAIR OR REPLACE AXLES WHICH CONTAIN THE DEFECT. ALSO, AS A PRECAUTION FOR SAFE OPERATION, A TEMPORARY CONTAINMENT DEVICE WHICH WILL MAIN...

NHTSA Ongoing

SUSPENSION:SINGLE AXLE:REAR:SPRING:COIL AND ATTACH

Recalled: June 5, 1989 ~1,375 units affected 89E013

Description

INCORRECTLY WELDED SUSPENSION BRACKETS TO THE AXLE HOUSING MAY CAUSE PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE HOLDING BRACKET WELD.

Injuries / Consequence

A FAILURE OF THE AXLE/BRACKET WELD MAY PERMIT THE AXLETO MOVE FROM ITS INTENDED POSITION ON THE VEHICLE AFFECTING VEHICLE CONTROL.THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy

INSPECT AND REPAIR OR REPLACE AXLES WHICH CONTAIN THE DEFECT. ALSO, AS A PRECAUTION FOR SAFE OPERATION, A TEMPORARY CONTAINMENT DEVICE WHICH WILL MAINTAIN SAFE VEHICLE CONTROL IN THE EVENT THAT AN AXLE BRACKET WELD FAILS.

Products Affected

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Company Information

ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL

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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: INSPECT AND REPAIR OR REPLACE AXLES WHICH CONTAIN THE DEFECT. ALSO, AS A PRECAUTION FOR SAFE OPERATION, A TEMPORARY CONTAINMENT DEVICE WHICH WILL MAINTAIN SAFE VEHICLE CONTROL IN THE EVENT THAT AN AXL...

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