NHTSA Recall 08V333000: Suspension: lower arm
HAWKEYE TRUCK EQUIPMENT reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 89 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Hawkeye Dump Truck.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V333000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER ARM |
| Report received | July 16, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Hawkeye truck equipment (hte) is recalling certain dump trucks and tractors fitted with an auxiliary lift axle, models sl-1190 or sl-890, manufactured by watson and chalin. The lower cast arms could fracture which could affect the suspensions ability to lift the axle when it's not needed.
Safety risk
A vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
Hte will provide owners with repair kits along with repair instructions or will replace the lower arms for the customer free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners can contact hte at 1-800-622-8223.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V333000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.