2018 Multiquip Water Trailers problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Suspension:rear:axle:non-Powered Axle Assembly 2018-09-19 · campaign 18V649000 · 47 vehicles
Defect: Multiquip, Inc. (Multiquip) is recalling certain 2018 Water trailers, models WTE5C and WTE5HP. These trailers have axles that have incorrect Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of 2,470lbs instead of the intended 3,500lbs.
Risk: The incorrect axles may fail from being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Multiquip will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Multiquip customer service at 1-800-421-1244.
Service bulletins (1)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Suspension:multiple Axle 2018-10-08 · WT20180925 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a select number of water trailers were shipped with axle assemblies that do not meet with proper axle load ratings (gawr). in the interest of public safety, affected trailers must be updated with the proper rated axle assemblies. to ensure multiquip could capture all possible affected units, a revie
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.