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Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Suspension & Steering

Hendrickson USA. L.L.C.: Composolite EXS20 Steerable Lift Axle Suspensions Recalled for Tie Rod Failure

Agency Publication Date: June 20, 2024
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Summary

Hendrickson USA is recalling 461 Composolite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspension assemblies because the tie rod assembly ball stud may have been improperly heat treated. This defect can cause the ball stud to fail and potentially separate from the vehicle while in use. Hendrickson will work with vehicle manufacturers to inspect and replace the affected tie rod assemblies free of charge.

Risk

The ball stud can fail and detach from the vehicle, creating a road hazard for other drivers and significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if your vehicle is equipped with a Hendrickson Composolite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspension assembly.
  2. Contact Hendrickson customer service at 1-740-929-5600 or 1-800-660-2829 to determine if your specific unit is part of the recall (Reference recall number HAUX 2024-01).
  3. If your assembly is affected, Hendrickson will coordinate with your vehicle manufacturer to provide a free inspection and replacement of the tie rod assembly.
  4. For additional information or to report safety concerns, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Free inspection and replacement of tie rod assemblies.

How to: Contact Hendrickson customer service at 1-740-929-5600 or 1-800-660-2829 to arrange an inspection and replacement through the vehicle manufacturer.

Affected Products

Product: Composolite EXS20 Steerable Lift Axle Suspension Assembly
Part / Model:
Composolite EXS20
Lot Numbers:
HAUX 2024-01

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 24E051000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Hendrickson USA. L.L.C.
Sold By: vehicle manufacturers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 461 vehicles(152% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Equipment (E)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: October 8, 2024
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: HAUX 2024-01
Agency Last Updated: October 9, 2024

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response