Hendrickson Bridge Axle recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 10, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. recalls Hendrickson Bridge Axle

Recall number

16E055000

Brand / firm

Hendrickson

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 37 units

Why it was recalled

If one tube sleeve cracks, vehicle handling may be affected. If both tube sleeves crack, the bridge axle may detach from the vehicle. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. (Hendrickson) is recalling certain Bridge Axles, part number B5R13X-04B, manufactured December 7, 2015, to January 11, 2016. The affected bridge axles have tube sleeves that may crack along the seam welds.

What to do

Hendrickson notified the one vehicle manufacturer that purchased the affected axles on May 24, 2016. That manufacturer is replacing the axles under recall 16V-421, free of charge. The recall began on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Hendrickson customer service at 1-630-773-9111. Hendrickson's number for this recall is TB-H801.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.