Zf North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16E040000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16E040000 by Zf North America, Inc.. Affecting rl 77, and rl 80 em axle assemblies, part numbers 4474077034, 4474077019, 447407718, 4474077021, 4474077020, 4474077036, 4474077026, and 44740770 manufactured may 1, 2014, to may 29, 2015 Includes 1,951 affected units, Possible Steering Loss Due to Wrong Spacer, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsrl 77, and rl 80 em axle assemblies, part numbers 4474077034, 4474077019, 447407718, 4474077021, 4474077020, 4474077036, 4474077026, and 44740770 manufactured may 1, 2014, to may 29, 2015
Defect Summary
Zf north america, inc. (zf) is recalling certain rl 77, and rl 80 em axle assemblies, part numbers 4474077034, 4474077019, 447407718, 4474077021, 4474077020, 4474077036, 4474077026, and 44740770 manufactured may 1, 2014, to may 29, 2015. certain zf rl77 / 80em independent front steering axles equipped with bosch 8018 steering boxes. The boxes were manufactured using incorrect internal spacers that can cause premature wear in the connection between the steering wheel and the front axle.
Corrective Action
Zf has notified its vehicle manufacturing purchasers and will work with them on executing free recall remedies for all affected vehicles. The recall began on may 19, 2016. Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. owners may contact zf customer service at 1-734-416-6200.