Defect Description
Timpte, Inc. (Timpte) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 bulk commodity hopper trailers manufactured October 9, 2013, to March 31, 2014, and equipped with certain SAF-Holland-brand CBX Trailer Suspension Air Ride Axle Systems. The affected trailer suspensions have pivot bolts that may fail.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the pivot bolts may cause the suspension and attached axle to separate from the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Timpte will notify owners, and Timpte or SAF-Holland-approved repair shops will replace the defective pivot bolts with new pivot bolts, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2014. Owners may contact Timpte customer service at 1-402-367-3056 or SAF-Holland customer service at 1-888-396-6501.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | TIMPTE | BULK COMMODITY HOPPER |
| 2015 | TIMPTE | BULK COMMODITY HOPPER |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.