Vehicle recall 90V059000 · March 23, 1990

1988-1989 Utilimaster Aeromate

Welded connection between the axle trailing arm and the inner transverse axle bar could fail.

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

Summary: Welded connection between the axle trailing arm and the inner transverse axle bar could fail.
Consequence: This could affect operator's ability to control the van and could result in an accident.
Remedy: Install a redesigned rear axle and realign rear wheels.
Notes: System: rear axle welds.vehicle description: mini walk-in vans.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 90V059000
Reported to NHTSA: March 23, 1990
Filed by: UTILIMASTER CORPORATION
Owner notification: March 22, 1990
Vehicles potentially affected: 415
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Rear

Recall 90V059000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Utilimaster Aeromate (1988-1989): 1989, 1988

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