Altec Industries axle U-bolts that secure the leaf springs may not be tightened properly, which can cause the U-bolts to loosen and detach from the axle and suspension.
The short version
Altec Industries, Inc. reported a problem with the leaf spring assembly u-bolt, leaf spring to axle. Here is what owners need to know.
The axle U-bolts that secure the leaf springs may not be tightened properly, which can cause the U-bolts to loosen and detach from the axle and suspension.
U-bolt detachment can result in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Altec will inspect and tighten the U-bolt nuts, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 23V-417.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| — | See NHTSA record 23V-417 |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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