Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V221000 Reported June 26, 2001

Lbt/axle weld cracks

Lbt, Inc. · N/A · 8 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V221000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Lbt, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
8
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 26, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: fruehauf large capacity petroleum trailers built with tandem neway air-ride suspension systems. operation of the trailers has revealed a possibility that the axle bracket-to-axle welds could crack, and the cracks could propagate into the axle beam.

Safety Consequence

The cracking could affect vehicle stability. the reduction in vehicle stability would be indicated to the operator by abnormal handling characteristics such as swaying of the vehicle. if the operator does not heed the reduction of vehicle stability, a vehicle crash could occur in the form of a rollover.

Corrective Action

Lbt will replace the neway air-ride suspension system with a pro-par four-leaf spring suspension and will also replace the two vehicle axles. owner notification is expected to begin during june/july 2001. 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 lbt at 1-402-333-4900.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Lbt, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 01V221000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 01V221000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V221000?

NHTSA recall 01V221000 was issued by Lbt, Inc. on June 26, 2001. It addresses: Lbt/axle weld cracks. The recall affects approximately 8 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Lbt, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V221000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.