Arvinmeritor Automotive | NHTSA Recall #86E015000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 86E015000 by Arvinmeritor Automotive. Includes 1,913 affected units, SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT SPINDLE:KNUCKLE:STEER, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
The brake mounting nuts which fasten the two brake assemblies to the axle knuckle on the front steering axle assemblies or the wheel end kits were not properly tightened. consequence of defect: if sufficient loosening of the brake assemblies should occur during vehicle movement, brake drag, possible severe heat build-up or wheel lockup could occur, causing decreased steering control, vehicle instability and a potential for vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Inspect and retorque mounting nuts to insure proper tightness.