MULTIQUIP WATER TRAILERS 2018: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V649000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MULTIQUIP | WATER TRAILERS | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-10-01 | 2018-09-19 | 2018-09-25 |
Production Dates: 2018-09-19 - 2018-09-19
Manufacturers Involved: Multiquip, Inc.
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 47
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Multiquip, Inc. "Multiquip" is recalling certain 2018 Water trailers, models WTE5C and WTE5HP. These trailers have axles that have incorrect Gross Axle Weight Ratings "GAWR" of 2,470lbs instead of the intended 3,500lbs.
The incorrect axles may fail from being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Multiquip will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
