Multiquip recall: Suspension
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
The incorrect axles may fail from being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- Multiquip Water Trailers 2018
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18V649000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Multiquip, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Sep 19, 2018
- Owners notified
- Oct 1, 2018
- Vehicles or items affected
- 47
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Sep 19, 2018 to Sep 19, 2018
- Part
- Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
Notes
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.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.