Watson & Chalin Recalls SL2065 Steerable Lift Axle Suspension Systems
Watson & Chalin is recalling SL2065 steerable lift axle suspension systems because bearing journals may not be fully seated, creating a risk of spindle fracture and crash.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering linkage) that increases the risk of a crash, but the source text does not report any injuries or fatalities, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.
Plain-English summary
Watson & Chalin Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling certain SL2065 steerable lift axle suspension systems with a 20,000lb capacity. The defect involves bearing journals that may not be fully seated into the left and right-side steering knuckle assembly.
A loose spindle resulting from this defect may fracture, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.
Watson & Chalin will work with commercial vehicle manufacturers and vehicle owners to provide and assist with the installation of replacement axle subassemblies free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact W&C customer service at 1-972-838-1266 or 1-972-547-6020, or contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM recall
- Manufacturer
- Watson & Chalin Manufacturing, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Steering / Suspension
- Affected units
- 24
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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