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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V403📅 Aug 19, 2008

2006–2008 K-Tec International recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

Kaffenbarger is recalling 22 my 2006-2008 International class 8 trucks equipped with auxiliary axles supplied by watson & chalin. The lower cast arms could fracture which could affect the suspensions ability to lift the axle when it's not needed.

💥 The risk

A vehicle crash could occur.

🔧 The fix

Kaffenbarger is working with watson & chalin to provide repair kits along with repair instructions. Owners CAN contact watson & chalin manufacturing at 1-800-445-0736 or kaffenbarger at 1-937-845-3804.

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
08V403000
Manufacturer
KAFFENBARGER TRUCK EQUIPMENT COMPANY
Vehicles affected
22
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Owner phone
1-800-445-0736
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Built
May 10, 2005 – Jan 31, 2008
Recall started by
ODI
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 in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 08V403 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 08V403?

2006–2008 K-Tec International. 22 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized K-Tec dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-445-0736.