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Vehicle recall 95V249001 · December 2, 1995

1996 Dorsey Trailer

These axles consist of a steel tubular center section and forged steel spindles that are welded to each end of the tube.

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

Summary
These axles consist of a steel tubular center section and forged steel spindles that are welded to each end of the tube. Either spindle can contain a circumferential crack through a portion of its cross section.
Consequence
This crack can reduce the effective service life ofthe spindle and cause the spindle to fracture during normal vehicle operation increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Eaton will use portable ultrasonic testing equipment to inspect each suspect trailer axle. Trailer axles containing defective spindles will be replaced with equivalent axles.
Notes
System: suspension; i-beam; front spindle.vehicle description: van trailers equipped with eaton axles, models EST225J, EST230J, and ESR230J. (see eaton campaign no. 95E039).note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact eaton at 1-616-342-3239. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
95V249001
Reported to NHTSA
December 2, 1995
Filed by
DORSEY TRAILERS, INC.
Vehicles potentially affected
50
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
Recall 95V249001 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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