The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·15E076000·Announced 2015-09-21

Henderson Wheel Recalls Torsion Arm Assemblies Due to Detachment Risk

Henderson Wheel is recalling torsion arm assemblies where the arm is too small for its housing, posing a risk of trailer detachment and loss of control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension/axle) where component detachment can lead to loss of control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Henderson Wheel & Trailer Supply Inc. is recalling specific torsion arm assemblies, including part numbers B-7100A, B-7110A, HT-35XL, T35545EB, T35545I, T35550EB, T35550HB, T35550I, T35655EB, and T35655I. These units were manufactured between February 18, 2015, and August 25, 2015. The recall covers approximately 600 units.

The defect involves a torsion arm that was manufactured too small for its housing. This sizing issue may cause the torsion arm, spindle, and tire and wheel assemblies to detach from the trailer. A separation of the torsion arm can result in a loss of trailer stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Henderson Wheel will notify the trailer manufacturers that used these axles in their production. Those manufacturers will notify their customers and reinforce or replace the torsion arm assemblies free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2014. Owners may contact Henderson Wheel customer service at 1-801-486-4916 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY recall
Manufacturer
Henderson Wheel & Trailer Supply Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Parts
Hazard
Affected units
600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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