Vehicle recall 78V102000 · May 3, 1978
1976 Butler Butler
The welds joining the spring hangers to sub-frames may fail due to developing cracks which could cause the spring hanger to become loose.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The welds joining the spring hangers to sub-frames may fail due to developing cracks which could cause the spring hanger to become loose.
- Remedy
- The dealer will inspect and repair any welds found containing cracks.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: tank trailers.system: suspension; tandem axle, hanger bracket.consequences of defect: the correct tracking and functioning of the suspensionwould be affected and an accident could result without prior warning.note: the welds should immediately be inspected in the areas designated. If anycracks are found, the trailer should be withdrawn from service until thecracked welds can be repaired. Also, a slapping noise will occur duringbraking, signaling that there is a problem.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 78V102000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 3, 1978
- Filed by
- BUTLER MANUFACTURING
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 79
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › Hanger/bracket
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Butler Butler (1976): 1976
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