Key Takeaway
ARVINMERITOR/INTERNATIONAL/TIE ROD ARMS/STEERING by ARVINMERITOR, INC was recalled on September 20, 2004. What to do: ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH INTERNATIONAL TO IDENTIFY THE OWNERS OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES AND WILL NOTIFY AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE....
ARVINMERITOR/INTERNATIONAL/TIE ROD ARMS/STEERING
Description
CERTAIN AVRINMERITOR AXLES, P/NOS. MFS-14-143A-NN58 AND MFS-14-143A-NN60 MANUFACTURED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 2002 AND MAY 2003 AND SOLD FOR USE ON INTERNATIONAL VEHICLES. THE TIE ROD ARMS INSTALLED HAD NOT BEEN INDUCTION HARDENED AND, THEREFORE, MAY FATIGUE.
Injuries / Consequence
SHOULD A FATIGUE FAILURE OCCUR OF THE TIE ROD ARM, THE VEHICLE OPERATOR CAN LOSE VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH INTERNATIONAL TO IDENTIFY THE OWNERS OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES AND WILL NOTIFY AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT ARVINMERITOR AT 248-435-8793.
Products Affected
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: ARVINMERITOR IS WORKING WITH INTERNATIONAL TO IDENTIFY THE OWNERS OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES AND WILL NOTIFY AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 200...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.