Tuthill/suspension
Defect Summary
Tuthill single air ride suspensions model 86ar sold to weld-it company between july 19, 1996, and august 20, 2001. the defect is in the combination of the weld-it liquid tank trailers when equipped with the model 86ar single air ride suspension.
Safety Consequence
The spring beams in this suspension may fracture which if this happens in a turning maneuver, may cause the trailer to roll over, possibly resulting in serious injuries or even death.
Corrective Action
Weld-it company will notify its customers and replace all the 86ar suspensions that are on the weld-it manufactured trailers with a model 22ar or a model 88, at the owner's discreation, free of charge. owner notification began february 19, 2004. 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 weld-it at 323-263-7524 ext. 16 for assistance.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Tuthill Transport Technologies or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 04E006000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04E006000?
NHTSA recall 04E006000 was issued by Tuthill Transport Technologies on February 2, 2004. It addresses: Tuthill/suspension. The recall affects approximately 89 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tuthill Transport Technologies dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E006000 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.