1962 Nelson Nelson Recall Information and Defects
The 1962 Nelson Nelson has 1 active safety recalls issued by the NHTSA and Nelson Manufacturing Company. These critical defects primarily concern non-powered axle assembly. Review the full details below, including NHTSA and Manufacturer Campaign numbers.
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Defect #1: Non-powered Axle Assembly Malfunction (MFR Campaign: )
NHTSA ID: 72V289000 | MFR Campaign Number:
Posted on: 1979-10-12
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Nelson campaign no n/a. Trailer co. Possibility that induction hardeningprocess in effect at north american rockwell's axle plant may have created highresidual stresses at inner bearing shoulder area. Stresses may turn intophysical cracks under extended field service. Continued use of axle aftercracking has occurred may cause axle spindle to fracture. (correct byinspecting and replacing where necessary. )