Hendrickson Bridge Axle: Suspension — non-powered axle assembly

Affects Hendrickson Bridge Axle · — — about 37 vehicles.

The hazard

If one tube sleeve cracks, vehicle handling may be affected. If both tube sleeves crack, the bridge axle may detach from the vehicle. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Hendrickson notified the one vehicle manufacturer that purchased the affected axles on May 24, 2016. That manufacturer is replacing the axles under recall 16V-421, free of charge. The recall began on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Hendrickson customer service at 1-630-773-9111. Hendrickson's number for this recall is TB-H801.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational