The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·14V493000·Announced 2014-07-25

Hackney Beverage Trailer Recall for Suspension Pivot Bolt Failure

VT Hackney is recalling 2013-2014 Side Loading Beverage Trailers because suspension pivot bolts may fail, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where suspension components may separate, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

VT Hackney, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Side Loading Beverage Trailers manufactured between December 5, 2013, and April 5, 2014. These trailers are equipped with specific SAF-Holland-brand CBX Trailer Suspension Air Ride Axle Systems. The recall affects 9 units.

The defect involves pivot bolts in the trailer suspensions that may fail. If these bolts fail, the suspension and attached axle may separate from the trailer, which increases the risk of a crash.

VT Hackney will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pivot bolts free of charge. The recall was expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact VT Hackney customer service at 1-800-763-0700 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HACKNEY BEVERAGE TRAILER
Brand
HACKNEY
Manufacturer
VT Hackney, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
9

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • BEVERAGE TRAILER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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