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October 14, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V777000
Cracking or separation of the axle and spindle can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V777
Manufacturer HD Trailer MFG. LLC
Components SUSPENSION
Potential Number of Units Affected 15
Summary
HD Trailer MFG, LLC (HD Trailer) is recalling certain 2022 Non CDL Gooseneck 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.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the axle serial numbers, and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 21, 2023. Owners may contact HD Trailer’s customer service at 1-903-491-6759.
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.
HD TRAILER MFG, LLC has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in ce1iain 102’x40″ Mega ramp/2022/NON-CDL GOOSENECK trailers.
WHY DOES MY TRAILER NEED REPAIRS?
The 7K besser pro axles may break due an improper weld on the axle tube, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.
WHATWIIL YOURDEALEROO?
Your dealer will replace the defective axle, free of charge. The repair should take approximately 8 hours to complete. However, due to scheduling, your dealer may require your trailer for longer. Your dealer should be able to provide a more accurate repair estimate.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
Please contact your local authorized dealer and schedule an appointment for your free repair as soon as possible. To find your nearest dealer, contact us directly.
WHO SHOULD YOU CONTACT WITH FURTHER QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?
If you have questions or concerns about this recall, please contact HD TRAILER MFG at 903-491-6759.
Chronology :
We were contacted by our Besser Pro sales rep on 07/23/2022 letting us know that they were having issues with their 7K axles due to a defective weld on the tube of the axle that connects to the spindle. This was the 7K 78HF 54SC axles. HD Trailer recall was October 2022
22E059 – Axle May Crack and Separate – Besser Pro 7000 lb Tubular Straight Axle
22E059 – Axle May Crack and Separate – Besser Pro 7000 lb Tubular Straight Axle
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
HD TRAILER | NON CDL GOOSENECKS | 2022 |
5 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-22V777-4496.pdf 647.072KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-22V777-9155.PDF 212.708KB
Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-22V777-6064.pdf 185.092KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2023-1
RCLQRT-22V777-6210.PDF 211.12KB
Recall 573 Report – 05/22/2023
RCLRPT-22V777-2107.PDF 212.732KB
Latest Recalls Documents
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https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=22V777&docType=RCL
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- Specs: 3,500 lbs Idler Trailer Axle (Capacity 3.5K), 5 Lug, Tube: 2 3/8"
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube
- Axle comes fully assembled, so all you'll have to do is attach the springs, the U-bolt kits, and the tire and wheel assemblies.
- Underslung - Spring seats are welded to the bottom of the axle, which allows for a lower ride height.
- Trailer Axle Design for use on Light Duty Trailers
- EZ Lube Design Removable rubber plug on the hub cap with easy access to a grease-able zerk fitting Grease your axle without pulling off your whole entire hub
- Internal Wiring System To ensure seamless design Protect brake wires from wear and tear
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube Construction to ensure Even Tire Wear A better highway experience
- Underslung - Axle is welded with spring seats on the bottom Allows for lower ride height For optimal usage, use with double eye springs
- 72" from Hubface to Hubface and 58" Spring Center to Spring Center.
- Springs are 25 1/4" long and 1 3/4" wide
- 4 Leaf Springs
- 2-3/8" Main Tube
- 5 Lug with a 4 1/2" bolt pattern. 1/2 lug studs.
- Capacity: 2000 lbs, Tube:1-3/4 | 5x4.5 Bolt Pattern
- EZ Lube Design: Removable rubber plug on the hub cap with easy access to a grease-able zerk fitting. Grease your axle without pulling off your whole entire hub.
- Internal Wiring System: To ensure seamless design and protect brake wires from wear and tear.
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube Construction: To ensure even tire wear and a better highway experience.
- Underslung - Axle is welded with spring seats on the bottom: Allows for lower ride height. For optimal usage, use with double eye springs.
- Versatile Design - Compatible for use on Medium Duty Trailers Utility, Boat, Car Haulers, ATV, Lawn & Landscape, Flatbed, Livestock, Cargo, Enclosed, RV Trailers, Dump, Lowboy, Flatbed Trailers and more
- EZ Lube design for effortless maintenance - grease your axle without removing the whole hub assembly
- Underslung - Our trailer axle beam is welded with spring seats on the bottom Allows for lower ride height, for optimal usage, use with double eye springs
- High-Strength Construction - Made with straight steel axle tube to ensure even tire wear and a better highway experience
- Easy Installation - Simply pair with double eye springs for optimal usage and get your trailer back on the road in no time
- Specs: 3,500 lbs Idler Trailer Axle (Capacity 3.5K), 5 Lug, Tube: 2 3/8"
- High Strength Straight Steel Axle Tube
- Axle comes fully assembled, so all you'll have to do is attach the springs, the U-bolt kits, and the tire and wheel assemblies.
- Underslung - Spring seats are welded to the bottom of the axle, which allows for a lower ride height.
- Trailer Axle Design for use on Light Duty Trailers
- 2,000 lbs capacity
- Stub axles can be bolted (hardware not included) or welded to trailer frame
- 45 degree downward starting angle
- Perfect item to easily build your own custom motorcycle trailer
- Read product description below for more detailed information.
- 60" from Hubface to Hubface and 48" Spring Center to Spring Center.
- Springs are 25 1/4" long and 1 3/4" wide.
- 4 Leaf Springs
- 2-3/8" Main Tube
- 5 Lug with a 4 1/2" bolt pattern. 1/2 lug studs.
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10/24/22 Dear HD Trailer MFG. LLC IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This notice applies to your vehicle, NHTSA Recall No. 22V-777 This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. HD TRAILER MFG, LLC has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in ce1iain 102’x40″ Mega ramp/2022/NON-CDL GOOSENECK trailers. WHY DOES MY TRAILER NEED REPAIRS? The 7K besser pro axles may break due an improper weld on the axle tube, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning. WHATWIIL YOURDEALEROO? Your dealer will replace the defective axle, free of charge. The repair should take approximately 8 hours to complete. However, due to scheduling, your dealer may require your trailer for longer. Your dealer should be able to provide a more accurate repair estimate. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? Please contact your local authorized dealer and schedule an appointment for your free repair as soon as possible. To find your nearest dealer, contact us directly. WHO SHOULD YOU CONTACT WITH FURTHER QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS? If you have questions or concerns about this recall, please contact HD TRAILER MFG at 903-491-6759. If your dealer fails or is unable to remedy this defect without charge, or within a reasonable amount oftime, you may submit a written complaint to: Administrator National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey AVE SE Washington, DC 20590 You may also call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. WHAT IF YOU ARE A LESSOR? Federal law requires that you fo1ward a copy of this safety recall notice to the lessee within 10 days. WHAT IF YOU HAVE ALREADY PAID FOR TIDS REPAIR? You may be eligible to receive a reimbursement for the cost of repairs made prior to receiving this notice. You may submit your receipts along with the attached Reimbursement Request Fo1m by email hdtrailersales@gmail.com or by mail 263 CR 44050 Powderly, TX 75473. WHAT IF YOU NO LONGER OWN THE VEHICLE? If you no longer own the vehicle, please contact HD TRAILER MFG so that we can fo1ward this impo1tant letter to the affected trailer customer. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your attention to this safety matter. Sincerely, HD TRAILER MFG,LLC
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-777 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : HD Trailer MFG. LLC Submission Date : OCT 14, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-777 Manufacturer Recall No. : Besser Axle Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : HD Trailer MFG. LLC Address : 263 CR44050 POWDERLY TX 75473 Company phone : 4916759 Population : Number of potentially involved : 15 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 HD Trailer Non CDL Goosenecks Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : UNKNOWN Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Besser Pro has let us know that they had a Recall on some of the 7000lb axles 78HF 54sc axle for defective welds on the spindle. Production Dates : DEC 22, 2021 – JAN 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 7LKH3AP2XNP000759 End : 7LKH3AP2XNP000793 Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Besser Pro had a Defective weld on 24 axles that we had purchased from them to use on our 7K non CDL gooseneck trailers. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : The spindle has a risk to sheer off while driving down the road due to the defective weld. Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NR Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-777 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Component Name 1 : 7K Axles Component Description : 7K Axles 78HF & 54SC Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Besser Pro Address : 1500 30th St Nw Paris Texas 75460 Country : United States Chronology : We were contacted by our Besser Pro sales rep letting us know that they were having issues with their 7K axles due to a defective weld on the tube of the axle that connects to the spindle. This was the 7K 78HF 54SC axles. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : HD Trailer is working with Besser Pro to replace all defective axles involved. At this point of the process, we have successfully replaced 90 percent of the axles. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Besser Pro has addressed the issue of the defective welds and has fixed this issue. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Besser Pro reached out to HD Trailer about the defective axles, but HD Trailer wasn’t aware of the recall until we were notified by email from NHTSA. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : We have been working with the customers as well has Besser Pro to replace all defective axles. Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 13, 2022 – OCT 31, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : OCT 31, 2022 – DEC 30, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-777 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : HD Trailer MFG. LLC Submission Date : MAY 22, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-777 Manufacturer Recall No. : Besser Axle Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : HD Trailer MFG. LLC Address : 263 CR44050 POWDERLY TX 75473 Company phone : 4916759 Population : Number of potentially involved : 15 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 HD Trailer Non CDL Goosenecks Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : UNKNOWN Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Besser Pro has let us know that they had a Recall on some of the 7000lb axles 78HF 54sc axle for defective welds on the spindle. Production Dates : DEC 22, 2021 – JAN 28, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 7LKH3AP2XNP000759 End : 7LKH3AP2XNP000793 Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Besser Pro had a Defective weld on 24 axles that we had purchased from them to use on our 7K non CDL gooseneck trailers. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : The spindle has a risk to sheer off while driving down the road due to the defective weld. Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NR Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-777 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Component Name 1 : 7K Axles Component Description : 7K Axles 78HF & 54SC Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Besser Pro Address : 1500 30th St Nw Paris Texas 75460 Country : United States Chronology : We were contacted by our Besser Pro sales rep on 07/23/2022 letting us know that they were having issues with their 7K axles due to a defective weld on the tube of the axle that connects to the spindle. This was the 7K 78HF 54SC axles. HD Trailer recall was October 2022 Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : HD Trailer is working with Besser Pro to replace all defective axles involved. At this point of the process, we have successfully replaced 90 percent of the axles. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Besser Pro has addressed the issue of the defective welds and has fixed this issue. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Besser Pro reached out to HD Trailer about the defective axles, but HD Trailer wasn’t aware of the recall until we were notified by email from NHTSA. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : We have been working with the customers as well has Besser Pro to replace all defective axles. Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 13, 2022 – OCT 31, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : OCT 31, 2022 – DEC 30, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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