Safety Recall NHTSA · 95V249001 Reported December 2, 1995

Suspension:i-beam:solid:front spindle:knuckle

Trailers By Dorsey, Inc. · Steering · 50 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
95V249001
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
50
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 2, 1995

Defect 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.

Safety 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.

Corrective Action

Eaton will use portable ultrasonic testing equipment to inspect each suspect trailer axle. Trailer axles containing defective spindles will be replaced with equivalent axles.

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 Trailers By Dorsey, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 95V249001 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 95V249001

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

What is recall 95V249001?

NHTSA recall 95V249001 was issued by Trailers By Dorsey, Inc. on December 2, 1995. It addresses: Suspension:i-beam:solid:front spindle:knuckle. The recall affects approximately 50 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Trailers By Dorsey, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 95V249001 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.