2021 East Texas Tank Trailer Recall: Tubular Straight Axle assemblies
NHTSA campaign 22V735000 · Suspension · filed Oct 3, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
East Texas Trailer (East Texas) is recalling certain 2021 Tank trailers equipped with Besser Pro 7000 lbs. Tubular Straight Axle assemblies. The weld that joins the spindle and the main axle may have been improperly placed, which can cause cracking or separation of the axle from the spindle.
The risk
Cracking or separation of the axle and spindle can increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect the axle serial numbers, and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2022. Owners may contact East Texas customer service at 1-903-378-3303.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| East Texas | Tank Trailer | 2021 |
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V735000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.