Vehicle recall 83V128000 · December 5, 1983

1983 Presvac Presvac

Cracks may develop in the weld area of the axle mounting brackets and progress to the axle tube.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Cracks may develop in the weld area of the axle mounting brackets and progress to the axle tube. Cracks can lead to failure of the axle.
Remedy: The axle and its mounting will be inspected by axle maunfacturer for possible replacement.
Notes: Vehicle description: semi-trailers with tank transports.system: suspension; axle and axle mounts.consequences of defect: in the event of complete axle failure of the axle tube,the axle assembly may separate from the frame and a vehicle accident mayresult.note: owners are cautioned to avoid overloading vehicle beyond the axle ratingof 22,500 lbs., and driving on rough terrain until the problem is corrected.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 83V128000
Reported to NHTSA: December 5, 1983
Filed by: PRESVAC SYS (BURL) LTD.
Owner notification: November 24, 1983
Vehicles potentially affected: 5
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Multiple axle

Recall 83V128000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Presvac Presvac (1983): 1983

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