OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL
88E003000
Suspension:multiple Axle:torque Arm
Reported Jan 23, 1988 · CHALMERS SUSPENSIOUS INTL
Summary
THE TORQUE RODS MAY HAVE INSUFFICIENT WELD PENTERATION.
Consequence
IF THE WELD FAILS IT WILL ALLOW THE REAR AXLES TO MOVEOUT OF POSITION RESULTING IN VEHICLE INSTABILITY AND LOSS OF CONTROL.
Remedy
A NEW COMPLETE UPPER TORQUE ROD SYSTEM OF NEW TYPE WITH 4 RODS PER SUSPENSION WILL BE INSTALLED TO REPLACE THE PRESENT SYSTEM.
Notes
SYSTEM: SUSPENSIONVEHICLE CATEGORY: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS
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