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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 05V545📅 Nov 30, 2005

2000–2001 Weld-IT Trailer recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain full trailers (tankers) equipped with tuthill Trailer suspensions, models 20/22AR. The beam/axle pivot connection joint is mis-aligned causing excessive play with the Trailer allowing the Trailer to wander.

💥 The risk

A vehicle crash CAN occur should the Trailer wander without notice.

🔧 The fix

Weld-it is working with tuthill to notify the owners of the affected vehicles and provide free remedy. Owners may contact tuthill at 800-753-0025 or weld-it at 1-323-262-2000.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V545000
Manufacturer
WELD-IT COMPANY
Vehicles affected
89
Component
SUSPENSION
Owner phone
1-800-753-0025
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Built
Jan 1, 1996 – Dec 31, 2001
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Customers may also 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 in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V545 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V545?

2000–2001 Weld-IT Trailer. 89 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Weld-IT dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-753-0025.