Rockwell: equipment recalls
NHTSA lists 34 equipment recall campaigns for Rockwell. NHTSA received the reports from 1975 to 1997. The campaigns have 343,186 units in total. The newest campaign is 97E039000. NHTSA received the report on 19 Nov 1997.
The defect, the consequence and the remedy on this page are the summaries in the NHTSA recall file. The file names the manufacturer that filed each recall report.
NHTSA recall file through .
Recall campaigns
34 campaigns, newest first. 343,186 units in total.
97E039000Received . 18,830 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Equipment description: antilock braking system (ABS) electronic control units (ECU) for over-the-road trailer applications. The cover seal (o-ring) may have been improperly installed in certain easy-stop trailer ABS electronic control units. An incorrectly installed seal could permit water to enter the ECU causing a fault to develop. This will cause the vehicle's trailer ABS warning lamp to illuminate immediately when the water contacts the board, deactivating all or part of the ABS.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the warning lamp signal is ignored for a period of time, corrosion can develop eventually leaking to a complete loss of ECU function. The service brakes would continue to be fully functional.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the ECU on these trailers.
Products named: Rockwell Ecu.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
95E009000Received . 1,386 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
During assembly, the tie rod end nuts were not properly torqued. Extremely low torque can allow movement between the ball stud and the tie rod arm causing damage.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This condition can affect the driver's ability tosteer the vehicle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Rockwell will notify the truck manufacturers who purchased these axles to check for proper torque and, where necessary, tighten to specifications.
Products named: Rockwell FC; Rockwell FL; Rockwell FD; Rockwell FF; Rockwell FG.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
95E003004Received . 19,444 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. The air dryer can become over pressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the air dryer separates from the base, the cartridge can separate sufficiently enough to cause personal injury or property damage.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. This pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer.
Products named: Rockwell System Saver 1000; Rockwell System Saver Twin.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
95E002000Received . 90 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Drum / Drum
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The machining performed on the brake drums will not permit the drum to seat fully against the hub face. The reduced brake drum and hub contact area will abrade and fret allowing the wheel mounting joint to loosen.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The wheel mounting studs can break resulting inseparation of the wheel from the vehicle. Vehicle steering and braking will be reduced and the separated wheel would cause a hazard to others on the highway. Either event can result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Rockwell will replace the incorrectly machined drums with new brake drums and replace the wheel mounting studs.
Products named: Rockwell Brake Drum; Rockwell 3219-P-5034.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
93E009000Received . 1,526 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The high strength -- low alloy material which was used in the turnbuckle style cross-tube axle assemblies has low impact resistance properties. The turnbuckle style cross-tube assemblies are therefore susceptible to fracture under impact loads due to the component's design geometry and the low impact resistance of the material.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Impact fractures of the cross-tube assemblies of thesteerable drive axle can result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replace the turnbuckle style cross-tube assemblies with cross-tube assemblies of a different configuration.
Products named: Rockwell Front Drive Steering Axle.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
93E002000Received . 1,018 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Drum
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The brake assemblies do not meet the brake power and brake recovery sections of FMVSS 121 "air brake systems".
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The brakes may fail to provide adequate stoppingdistance in an emergency, resulting in a possible vehicle accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replace the brake shoes and lining with those that comply with FMVSS 121.
Products named: Rockwell Brake Shoe Assy.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
92E003000Received . 123,000 units.
Power Train / Driveline / Universal Joint
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The interaxle driveline u-joints may fail at low mileage due to lack of lubrication in the u-joint in the assembly process.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The driveline could separate without prior warning whichcould result in damage to the truck, nearby vehicles, and injury to anyonein the area when driveline separation occurs.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Remove and replace the interaxle u-joints.
Products named: Rockwell U-Joints.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
91E032000Received . 239 units.
Suspension / Rear / Axle / Spindle
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Axles may develop fatigue cracks in axle spindle that could propagate into a transverse crack.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Spindle end failure and wheel separation could occur andconstitute a hazard to users of the roadway, bystanders and adjacent property.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replace axles with axles manufactured with butt weld spindles, rather than the original integral spindles.
Products named: Rockwell TK Axle.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
91E023000Received . 44 units.
Steering / Linkages
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Steering arms crack and break from pressures exerted in operations in urban traffic environemnts.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Cracked and broken steering arms can result in loss ofsteering control without warning and possible vehicle accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Notification will be sent to manufacturers and users to replace the steering arm after ten years service.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
91E022000Received . 4,299 units.
Steering / Linkages
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Due to operational conditions, steering arms could crack and break.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Steering arm failure causes loss of steering controlwithout warning resulting in loss of vehicle control and in the possibility ofan accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replace steering arm with one redesigned to enhance fatigue life of arm.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
90E046000Received . 700 units.
Steering / Linkages / Tie Rod Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Improper heat treatment of tie rod arms causes arms to be subject to yielding and fatigue cracks.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Tie rod arm could fracture and cause loss of vehicle control, which could result in an accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replace tie rod arms with arms that have been heat treated to the proper specifications.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
90E035000Received . 272 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Antilock
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Trailer axle assemblies may contain shoe and lining assemblies that do not comply with the brake retardation force performance requirements of FMVSS 121.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replace shoe and lining assemblies with components that comply with standard.
Products named: Rockwell Q-Plus Brakes.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
90E029000Received . 834 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Drum / Drum
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Hub mounting face diameter of drum may be improperly machined causing a line contact interference of the hub and drum assembly, loosening of the wheel nut and wheel stud fracture.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Fracture of all wheel studs could result in separation of the wheel set from the vehicle affecting vehicle control and stability.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replace drums with new drums machined to proper dimension.
Products named: Rockwell Brake Drum.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
90E016000Received . 8,138 units.
Steering / Linkages
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Steering arm may fracture due to environmental, maintenance, or other factors.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Steering arm could fail without warning, resulting in loss of steering control and possibly a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Install redsigned steering arm.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
90E012000Received . 7,616 units.
Suspension / Rear / Axle / Spindle
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
A number of factors could cause longitidunal and - or transverse cracks in the spindle end that could lead to spindle end failure and separation of wheels from vehicle.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Wheel separation could occur affecting vehicle control and stability as well as presenting a hazard to other highway users, bystanders, and property.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replace axles with axles manufactured with buttweld spindles, rather than original integral spindles.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
89E013000Received . 1,375 units.
Suspension / Rear / Springs
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Incorrectly welded suspension brackets to the axle housing may cause premature failure of the holding bracket weld.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A failure of the axle/bracket weld may permit the axleto move from its intended position on the vehicle affecting vehicle control.this could result in an accident.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Inspect and repair or replace axles which contain the defect. Also, as a precaution for safe operation, a temporary containment device which will maintain safe vehicle control in the event that an axle bracket weld fails.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
89E007000Received . 9,000 units.
Suspension / Rear / Axle / Spindle
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Fracture of the spindle end and separation of the dual wheels from the vehicle.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Wheel separation would not affect the control orstability of the tractor/trailer since other axles would support the vehicle.the separation would constitute a hazard to other roadway users, bystandersand adjacent property.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Inspect and replace axle where necessary.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
89E001000Received . 1,964 units.
Suspension / Rear / Axle / Non-Powered Axle Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Due to metal fatigue, cracking and breaking of the front axle beam center could occur.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Should fatigue crack in the beam completely break orrupture during normal operation it could lead to loss of control and thepossibility of vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The axle beam centers will be replaced on all involved vehicles.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
88E009000Received . 761 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Drum / Drum
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Original specified rear brake drums are inadequate in strength for brake loads being imposed on these drums.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
This increased duty cycle has caused premature componentfailure of the brake drums due to cracking and breaking. This could result ina risk to traffic safety.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replacement of rear brake drums, rear spring brake chambers and the front service chambers.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
87E015000Received . 776 units.
Suspension / Rear / Springs / Leaf Spring Assembly / Hanger/Bracket
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The spring hanger bracket may contain incorrect welds.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The brackets may become loose after extended operation.this looseness could result in breakage and axle separating from the vehicle,resulting in a risk to traffic safety and potential vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Install set screws in the side legs of the bracket, four per bracket and welded in place.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
86E015000Received . 1,913 units.
Steering / Linkages / Knuckle / Spindle / Arm
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The brake mounting nuts which fasten the two brake assemblies to the axle knuckle on the front steering axle assemblies or the wheel end kits were not properly tightened. Consequence of defect: if sufficient loosening of the brake assemblies should occur during vehicle movement, brake drag, possible severe heat build-up or wheel lockup could occur, causing decreased steering control, vehicle instability and a potential for vehicle crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Inspect and retorque mounting nuts to insure proper tightness.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
85E010000Received . 28,845 units.
Steering / Linkages / Knuckle / Spindle / Arm
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Front axle beams contain "shear cracks" at the beam ends where the king pins and steering knuckles are attached. Consequence of defect: if failure of the axle beams as part of the front steering axle should occur, the components attached to the beams including wheels, tires, brake assemblies and steering knuckles may become disengaged from the vehicle, and roll free with a risk to traffic safety. The vehicle may lose steering control, causing vehicle instability and potential for vehicle crash. This failure could occur without prior warning to the operator.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Replacement of any and all components. Found to be defective at no cost to the consumer.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
84E020000Received . 62 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly / Banjo Housing
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Axle and identification tags will be inspected; if the defect is found, defective housing and any parts necessary to reinstall the carrier in the housing will be replaced without charge.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
82E008000Received . 18,672 units.
Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Some universal joint yokes were forged with incorrect steel, resulting in brittle welds between the yoke and its mating shaft. Field service loads may cause failure of the weld and cause the yoke to separate from its shaft.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The manufacturer will provide a replacement yoke or replacement yoke and shaft without charge to owner.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
79E016000Received . 3,806 units.
Wheels
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Cracks may develop in the radial spokes near the hub. These cracks could propagate and may eventually cause hub failure. Hub failure could allow the wheel to separate from the vehicle.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The dealer will replace the defective wheels.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
78E002000Received . 2,200 units.
Wheels / Multi Piece
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
On the involved vehicles, casting deficiences exist in the area of the wheel mounting flange or the inner wheel bearing. When a flange failure occurs, the flange, along with the wheel and tire, become disengaged from the vehicle and may roll free. When a barrel section failure occurs, the hub is retained on the axle spindle by the wheel bearing adjusting nut. Continued operation may then lead to hub failure, progressive damage to the hub, and eventually, separation of the hub, with the wheel and tire, from the vehicle.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealer will inspect and replace all defective hubs with hubs of an improved design, without charge.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
77E027000Received . 20,586 units.
Wheels / Hub
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The involved hubs may develop cracks in the area of the wheel mounting flange. Eventually, the hub could fail causing the flange along with the wheel and tire to become disengaged from the vehicle and roll in an uncontrolled manner.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealer will inspect and replace suspect front axle hubs without charge.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
77E018000Received . 18,751 units.
Wheels / Multi Piece
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The involved aluminum hubs may develop cracks in the barrel between the inner and outer bearing, which could lead to hub failure. Upon failure, the separated hub is retained on the axle spindle by the wheel bearing adjusting nuts.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealer will inspect and replace suspect front wheel hubs without charge to owner.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
77E002000Received . 1,038 units.
Wheels
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
The involved vehicles may have been equipped with defective hubs in that they may develop cracks which could lead to hub failure.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealer will inspect and replace defective hubs without charge to owner.
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
76E019000Received . 12,602 units.
Suspension / Front / Hub
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
76E009000Received . 1,491 units.
Power Train / Axle Assembly / Banjo Housing
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
76E003000Received . 28,000 units.
Suspension / Front / Hub
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
75E032000Received . 1,986 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Antilock
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
75E025000Received . 1,922 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Control Unit/Module
Products named: Rockwell.
Report filed by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
The campaign number opens the NHTSA record.
Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.
Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.
Counts
| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Steering | 9 |
| Suspension | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 6 |
| Wheels | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
Products in the campaigns
The product names in the NHTSA file.
- Brake Drum2
- 3219-P-50341
- Brake Shoe Assy1
- Ecu1
- FC1
- FD1
- FF1
- FG1
- FL1
- Front Drive Steering Axle1
- Q-Plus Brakes1
- System Saver 10001
- System Saver Twin1
- TK Axle1
- U-Joints1
Official channels
- NHTSA recall lookupNHTSA shows the recalls of a child seat, a tire or equipment by brand and model.
- NHTSA: report a safety problemThe NHTSA form for a complaint about a vehicle, a tire, a child seat or equipment.
Cite this page
Recall Register. Rockwell: equipment recalls. https://recallregister.com/equipment/other/rockwell/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall files. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Recall file through
- 29 Sep 2026
Manufacturers in the recall file: ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL.
The brand is the make that NHTSA records for the campaign. A campaign that names 2 brands is on the page of each brand. How the register is made. Report an error.
Questions
- Which Rockwell products do the campaigns name?
- The NHTSA records have 15 product names for these campaigns. The name in the most campaigns is:
Brake Drum
- How many units does a Rockwell equipment campaign have?
- The median Rockwell campaign has 1,964 units. The median of all 2,866 equipment campaigns is 1,677 units.
- Which component do the Rockwell campaigns name most often?
- Steering, in 9 campaigns. The component is the first component in the NHTSA record of a campaign.