Axle sleeve weld may crack
Defect Summary
Hendrickson usa. L.l.c. (hendrickson) is recalling certain bridge axles, part number b5r13x-04b, manufactured december 7, 2015, to january 11, 2016. the affected bridge axles have tube sleeves that may crack along the seam welds.
Safety Consequence
If one tube sleeve cracks, vehicle handling may be affected. if both tube sleeves crack, the bridge axle may detach from the vehicle. either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Hendrickson notified the one vehicle manufacturer that purchased the affected axles on may 24, 2016. that manufacturer is replacing the axles under recall 16v-421, free of charge. the recall began on may 16, 2016. owners may contact hendrickson customer service at 1-630-773-9111. hendrickson's number for this recall is tb-h801.
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FAQ: Recall 16E055000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16E055000?
NHTSA recall 16E055000 was issued by Hendrickson Usa. L.l.c. on June 10, 2016. It addresses: Axle sleeve weld may crack. The recall affects approximately 37 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hendrickson Usa. L.l.c. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16E055000 or the manufacturer campaign number TB-H801. 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.