Affinia Group, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08E027000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E027000 by Affinia Group, Inc.. Includes 5,700 affected units, CHASSIS TIE RODS, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Affinia is recalling 5,700 aftermarket chassis tie rod assemblies manufactured from march 28, 2006 through march 17, 2008, sold for use on my 1998 and 1999 dodge ram 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks. the dust seal supplied with the chassis tie rods were manufactured to the wrong specification. as a consequence, the dust seal may prevent the ball stud of the chassis tie rod from properly seating into the taper of the vehicle steering knuckle during aftermarket installation.

Corrective Action

Affinia will notify owners and replace the affected chassis tie rod assemblies free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during april 2008. owners may contact affinia at 734-827-5400.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E027000

Manufacturer: Affinia Group, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2008-03-28T00:00:00

Subject: Chassis tie rods

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 5,700

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Affinia is recalling 5,700 aftermarket chassis tie rod assemblies manufactured from march 28, 2006 through march 17, 2008, sold for use on my 1998 and 1999 dodge ram 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks. the dust seal supplied with the chassis tie rods were manufactured to the wrong specification. as a consequence, the dust seal may prevent the ball stud of the chassis tie rod from properly seating into the taper of the vehicle steering knuckle during aftermarket installation.

Consequence Summary: If this condition remains undetected, the bolt can eventually unseat completely, causing the affected wheel to disengage from the steering mechanism, possibly resulting in a crash.

Corrective Action: Affinia will notify owners and replace the affected chassis tie rod assemblies free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during april 2008. owners may contact affinia at 734-827-5400.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08E027000

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