Tenneco Automotive | NHTSA Recall #21E027000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21E027000 by Tenneco Automotive. Affecting moog k500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 ford f-150 trucks Includes 2,394 affected units, Upper Ball Joint May Be Installed Incorrectly, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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moog k500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 ford f-150 trucks

Defect Summary

Tenneco automotive (driv) is recalling certain moog k500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 ford f-150 trucks. the ball joint may have a misaligned dust boot and may be missing alignment hole and installation warning tag, which may lead to improper alignment of the ball joint.

Corrective Action

Driv will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the ball joint, free of charge. owner letters were mailed may 5, 2021. owners may contact tenneco automotive customer service at 1-877-489-6659.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21E027000
Manufacturer: Tenneco Automotive
Report Received Date: 2021-04-12T00:00:00
Subject: Upper ball joint may be installed incorrectly
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 2,394

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Tenneco automotive (driv) is recalling certain moog k500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 ford f-150 trucks. the ball joint may have a misaligned dust boot and may be missing alignment hole and installation warning tag, which may lead to improper alignment of the ball joint.
Consequence Summary: An incorrectly installed ball joint may cause the ball joint stud to break, which can compromise front wheel control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Driv will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the ball joint, free of charge. owner letters were mailed may 5, 2021. owners may contact tenneco automotive customer service at 1-877-489-6659.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 9.01

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