Trw Automotive, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18E080000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E080000 by Trw Automotive, Inc.. Affecting outer tie rods, part number jte7042, sold as replacement parts for certain 1988-2000 general motors vehicles Includes 2,392 affected units, Outer Tie Rod Nut may Loosen, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsouter tie rods, part number jte7042, sold as replacement parts for certain 1988-2000 general motors vehicles
Defect Summary
Trw automotive inc (trw) is recalling certain outer tie rods, part number jte7042, sold as replacement parts for certain 1988-2000 general motors vehicles. the locking nut on these outer tie rod assemblies may not lock as designed, allowing the tie rod to separate and cause a loss of steering.
Corrective Action
Trw will notify their distributors and the known owners, and will refund the owners for the returned parts, free of charge. the recall began october 8, 2018. owners may contact trw customer service at 1-248-863-2437.