Suspension: leaf spring assembly White Truck recall

The problem

Insufficient material thickness in the rear suspension lower spring seats may allow the seat to flex and break the seat-to-axle weld.

The fix

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower spring seats, without charge to owner.

Contacts

Vehicle description: trucks.System: suspension; spring seats.Consequences of defect: dislocation of the axle, within the confines of thesuspension u-bolts and hanger brackets could cause misalignment of the mid andrear axle. This could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

What to do

1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized White Truck dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V183000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.