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NHTSA recall 08V335000

Suspension · FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL

July 11, 2008report date
69units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Affects vehicles equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. In some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.

Why it matters: If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. In addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.

The fix: Four winds is working with daimler trucks and saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement,…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2008 Four Winds Mandalay, 2008 Four Winds Presidio 360, 2008 Four Winds Presidio 400, 2009 Four Winds Presidio 400.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 08V335000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.