Campaign 23V-552

Steering arm may break during certain conditions, such as low speed and high side-loading

Defect summary

Nelson Trailers (Nelson) is recalling one 2018 CBC-40ST trailer equipped with a Dexter Smart-Steer Axle with a bolt-on steering arm. The steering arm may break during certain conditions, such as low speed and high side-loading.

Consequence

A broken steering arm and tie rod can separate and fall to the ground, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The affected trailer has been repaired, free of charge. Owners may contact Nelson customer service at 1-419-523-5321.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 23V552000. Text as published by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered

One product line is covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about steering on these vehicles: 0, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 23V-552
Make	Model	Model years	Complaints on this component
Nelson	CBC-40ST	2018	0

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.