Simard Suspensions Inc | NHTSA Recall #18E041000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E041000 by Simard Suspensions Inc. Affecting front suspensions Includes 89 affected units, Wheel Guards may Melt from Brake Heat, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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front suspensions

Defect Summary

Simard suspensions inc (simard) is recalling certain front suspensions. these axles have plastic insulators installed between the wheel hub and the wheel or the brake drum and the wheel to prevent corrosion between the two components. heat generated by the brakes may melt these insulators.

Corrective Action

Simard will notify owners, and dealers will remove or replace the insulators, free of charge. owners may contact simard customer service at 1-877-898-8317 or email: service@simardsuspensions.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18E041000
Manufacturer: Simard Suspensions Inc
Report Received Date: 2018-06-15T00:00:00
Subject: Wheel guards may melt from brake heat
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 89

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Simard suspensions inc (simard) is recalling certain front suspensions. these axles have plastic insulators installed between the wheel hub and the wheel or the brake drum and the wheel to prevent corrosion between the two components. heat generated by the brakes may melt these insulators.
Consequence Summary: If the insulators melt, it can cause the wheel to loosen and detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Simard will notify owners, and dealers will remove or replace the insulators, free of charge. owners may contact simard customer service at 1-877-898-8317 or email: service@simardsuspensions.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 77.53

Metadata

SID: row-agpu~mvvr_6y4q
NHTSA ID: 18E041000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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