Koni North America | NHTSA Recall #13E023000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13E023000 by Koni North America. Affecting shock absorbers with model numbers 8245-1146l, 8245-1146r, 8245-1201l, 8245-1201r, 8245-1203l, and 8245-1203r Includes 39 affected units, Incorrectly Welded Shock Absorbers, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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shock absorbers with model numbers 8245-1146l, 8245-1146r, 8245-1201l, 8245-1201r, 8245-1203l, and 8245-1203r

Defect Summary

Koni north america (koni) is recalling certain shock absorbers with model numbers 8245-1146l, 8245-1146r, 8245-1201l, 8245-1201r, 8245-1203l, and 8245-1203r. These shock absorbers were manufactured january 2008 through april 2013. the affected absorbers were manufactured with an incorrectly welded bracket which may cause the shock absorber to bend and rest on the drive shaft.

Corrective Action

Koni will notify distributors and advise them to contact their customers of the recall. the shock absorbers will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on may 16, 2013. Customers may contact koni at 1-800-209-3350.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13E023000

Manufacturer: Koni North America

Report Received Date: 2013-05-02T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrectly welded shock absorbers

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 39

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Koni north america (koni) is recalling certain shock absorbers with model numbers 8245-1146l, 8245-1146r, 8245-1201l, 8245-1201r, 8245-1203l, and 8245-1203r. These shock absorbers were manufactured january 2008 through april 2013. the affected absorbers were manufactured with an incorrectly welded bracket which may cause the shock absorber to bend and rest on the drive shaft.

Consequence Summary: A bent shock absorber may compromise vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Koni will notify distributors and advise them to contact their customers of the recall. the shock absorbers will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on may 16, 2013. Customers may contact koni at 1-800-209-3350.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 13E023000

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