Suspension: critical fastenersRecall 23V-363 · 2021–2023 Kidron Refrigerated Trailer
ST Engineering Hackney, Inc recall 23V-363 covers 120 2021–2023 Kidron Refrigerated Trailer for a suspension: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on May 24, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 66% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V363000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
66%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.