Zf North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19E058000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19E058000 by Zf North America, Inc.. Affecting lemforder steering center rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 bmw 5-series (e39) vehicles Includes 614 affected units, Steering Rod May Detach from Wheel Knuckle, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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lemforder steering center rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 bmw 5-series (e39) vehicles

Defect Summary

Zf group north america operations (zf) is recalling certain lemforder steering center rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 bmw 5-series (e39) vehicles. the steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.

Corrective Action

Zf has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. zf will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began august 28, 2019.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19E058000

Manufacturer: Zf North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2019-08-28T00:00:00

Subject: Steering rod may detach from wheel knuckle

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 614

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Zf group north america operations (zf) is recalling certain lemforder steering center rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 bmw 5-series (e39) vehicles. the steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle.

Consequence Summary: If the steering rod detaches from the steerable wheel knuckle, it can cause sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Zf has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. zf will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began august 28, 2019.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 41.21

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SID: row-jbt2~pn3r-w7aw

NHTSA ID: 19E058000

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Created At: 1742808662

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