Recall 16V239000

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Report Date
20160425
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Affected Vehicles
9 models

Defect Description

Pitts Enterprises, Inc. (Pitts) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 LT, LP and PT logging trailers manufactured January 1, 2014, to May 31, 2015. The affected trailers have a single point trunnion mount suspension which may develop cracks in the welds between the suspension and the frame.

Safety Consequence

If the welds crack, the suspension can shift or detach, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Pitts will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the suspension for cracks and repair the welds, free of charge. The recall began on May 6. 2016. Owners may contact Pitts customer service at 1-800-321-8073.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2014 PITTS TRAILERS LP
2014 PITTS TRAILERS LT
2014 PITTS TRAILERS PT
2015 PITTS TRAILERS LP
2015 PITTS TRAILERS LT
2015 PITTS TRAILERS PT
2016 PITTS TRAILERS LP
2016 PITTS TRAILERS LT
2016 PITTS TRAILERS PT

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.