NHTSA Recall 22V735000: Spindle (suspension)
East Texas Trailer reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 2021 East Texas Tank Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V735000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › SPINDLE |
| Report received | October 3, 2022 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
East Texas Trailer (East Texas) is recalling certain 2021 Tank trailers equipped with Besser Pro 7000 lbs. Tubular Straight Axle assemblies. The weld that joins the spindle and the main axle may have been improperly placed, which can cause cracking or separation of the axle from the spindle.
Safety risk
Cracking or separation of the axle and spindle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the axle serial numbers, and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2022. Owners may contact East Texas customer service at 1-903-378-3303.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V735000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| East Texas Tank Trailer | 2021 |
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.