Defect Description For Recall
Dana Spicer Tandem Drive Axle Models Ds463 And Ds521 Equipped With Dana Welded Suspension Brackets For Used With Chalmers Suspension Manufactured Between November 1, 1998, And December 31, 2001. An Undersized Attachment Weld May Fracture Without Warning.
Make Of Vehicle
DANA SPICER
Model Of Vehicle
DS521
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
02E003000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
The Weld Fracture May Result In A Loss Of Vehicle Control, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash Without Prior Warning.
Fix Defect
Dana Will Notify Paccar/Kenworth’S Customers And Inspect And Repair The Axle Welds Free Of Charge. Owner Notification Began July 25, 2002. 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 Dana At 419-535-4500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Dana Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
294
Date Owners Notified
20020725
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Dana Corporation
Date Report Received
20020219