NHTSA Recall 23V363000: Critical fasteners (suspension)
ST Engineering Hackney, Inc reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 120 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Kidron Refrigerated Trailer.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V363000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | May 24, 2023 |
| Owner notification | June 1, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
ST Engineering Hackney, Inc. (STE Hackney) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Kidron refrigerated trailers. The suspension pivot bolt may not have been properly tightened during the alignment process on certain Hendrickson suspensions with Quick-Align systems.
Safety risk
Improperly tightened pivot bolts may fail, causing the suspension and the attached axle to separate from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, tighten the suspension pivot bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2023. Owners may contact STE Hackney customer service at 1-252-946-6521.
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 23V363000
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.