Cottrell Recall 85V096000: Suspension, Rear, Axle, Non-powered Axle Assembly
NHTSA recall 85V096000 · announced July 16, 1985 · filed by Cottrell,incorporated · 268 units affected
The problem
TAG AXLE SADDLES ARE SUBJECT TO BREAK LOOSE FROM THE AXLES AT THE WELDS DUE TO CONCENTRATED STRESS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE TRUCK.
What to do
REINFORCE THE AXLE SADDLE AREA.
Official NHTSA recall notice →
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CS 11 TRUCKS. SYSTEM: TAG AXLE ASSEMBLIES.
Vehicles covered by this recall
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.