Dorman Products, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #15E082000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15E082000 by Dorman Products, Inc.. Affecting model dorman steering shafts, part number 425-359, solutions steering shafts, part number 7-0359, and oe solutions steering shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured april 17, 2014, to september 28, 2015 Includes 1,767 affected units, Steering Shaft May Separate, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model dorman steering shafts, part number 425-359, solutions steering shafts, part number 7-0359, and oe solutions steering shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured april 17, 2014, to september 28, 2015

Defect Summary

Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain model dorman steering shafts, part number 425-359, solutions steering shafts, part number 7-0359, and oe solutions steering shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured april 17, 2014, to september 28, 2015. these aftermarket replacement steering shafts are sold for use in 1995-2002 ford crown victoria, mercury grand marquis, and lincoln town car vehicles. these steering shafts may separate during operation if the integral fastener is loose or missing and if the interfacing vehicle shaft is compressed in length.

Corrective Action

Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. the recall began on october 28, 2015. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, option 5.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15E082000
Manufacturer: Dorman Products, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2015-10-06T00:00:00
Subject: Steering shaft may separate
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 1,767

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain model dorman steering shafts, part number 425-359, solutions steering shafts, part number 7-0359, and oe solutions steering shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured april 17, 2014, to september 28, 2015. these aftermarket replacement steering shafts are sold for use in 1995-2002 ford crown victoria, mercury grand marquis, and lincoln town car vehicles. these steering shafts may separate during operation if the integral fastener is loose or missing and if the interfacing vehicle shaft is compressed in length.
Consequence Summary: If the shafts separate during vehicle operation, a loss of steering control would result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. the recall began on october 28, 2015. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, option 5.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 19.86

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NHTSA ID: 15E082000
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