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HighNHTSA·24E031000·Announced 2024-04-03

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

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
Hazard
Affected units
24

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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