Axle: non-powered axle assemblyRecall 72V-136 · Lufkin vehicles

LUFKIN IND., INC. recall 72V-136 covers 22 Lufkin vehicles for a axle: non-powered axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on May 26, 1972.

Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet

Vehicles affected222 models

ReportedMay 26, 1972Owners notified May 22, 1972

Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 72V136000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

What to do

The fix

The remedy has not been described yet.

DUMP TRAILERS.POSSIBILITY THAT SUSPENSION BRACKET DEVELOPS FATIGUE CRACKS INCROSS BEAMS AT MOUNTING POINTS.CRACKS WILL CONTINUE UNTIL SUSPENSION AND AXLEBECOME DISENGAGED FROM DUMP BOX AND ROLL FREE IN UNCONTROLLED MANNER.CONDITION COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING ANDREPLACING WITH NEW DESIGN.).

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

2 models

Vehicles in this recall

Lufkin TD271972

Lufkin THD21972

Built from April 1, 1972 to May 1, 1972. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.