T.A. Pelsue Trailers Recall Over Axle Mounting Bracket Crack

Source: NHTSA · United States

NHTSA classifies this as a Steering/Suspension recall. A steering or suspension recall addresses a defect in the components that control the vehicle's direction and ride, which can affect handling and, in more severe cases, contribute to a loss of control. Steering/Suspension recalls make up 7% of the 637 NHTSA vehicle recalls Areazine has archived (45 of them).

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Steering/Suspension
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7% of 637 recalls
Source
NHTSA
Published
September 15, 2026
STEERING/SUSPENSION

A steering or suspension recall addresses a defect in the components that control the vehicle's direction and ride, which can affect handling and, in more severe cases, contribute to a loss of control.

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What Happened

T.A. Pelsue is recalling certain 2024-2025 Fost XL, FiberLite Pod Tradesman, FiberLite XL Tradesman, and 2025 MPCCT trailers. The axle mounting bracket may not be aligned with the frame, causing the bracket to crack and fail.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall covers 2024-2025 PEL SUE FOST XL, 2024-2025 PEL SUE FIBERLITE XL TRADESMAN, 2024-2025 PEL SUE FIBERLITE POD TRADESMAN, and 2025 PEL SUE MPCCT trailers. A total of 348 units are affected.

What You Should Do

Owners are advised to remove trailers from service if cracks are found between the two mounting slots or any loose or non-flush bolts. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 12, 2026. Owners may contact T.A. Pelsue customer service at 1-720-325-3026.

Why This Matters

An axle bracket that cracks or fails can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Source

NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V542000

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

What people usually ask about a notice like this one.

What is a steering/suspension recall?
A steering or suspension recall addresses a defect in the components that control the vehicle's direction and ride, which can affect handling and, in more severe cases, contribute to a loss of control.
How common is this type of vehicle recall?
Steering/Suspension recalls account for 7% (45 of 637) of the NHTSA vehicle recalls Areazine has archived.
How do I check if my vehicle is affected?
Use NHTSA's VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls to check your specific vehicle, since recalls are issued by exact VIN range, trim, and build date rather than by model year alone.