Key Takeaway
SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT CONTROL ARM UPPER:BAL by DANA CORPORATION was recalled on June 8, 1982. What to do: THE VEHICLE WILL BE INSPECTED TO SEE IF IT CONTAINS THE DEFECTIVE UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY. ALL DEFECTIVE UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHOULD BE RETUR...
SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT CONTROL ARM UPPER:BAL
Description
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE REQUIRED TORQUE TO TIGHTEN THE UPPER BALL JOINT INTO THE UPPER CONTROL ARM CANNOT BE REACHED, BECAUSE OF A MANUFACTURING DEFECT IN THE SIZE OF THE BALL CASE THREAD OF THE UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE THREAD MAY BE TOO SMALL.
Remedy
THE VEHICLE WILL BE INSPECTED TO SEE IF IT CONTAINS THE DEFECTIVE UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY. ALL DEFECTIVE UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHOULD BE RETURNED TO THE MANUFACTURER TO BE REPLACED WITH A DEFECT-FREE UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY AT NO COST TO OWNER.
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: THE VEHICLE WILL BE INSPECTED TO SEE IF IT CONTAINS THE DEFECTIVE UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY. ALL DEFECTIVE UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHOULD BE RETURNED TO THE MANUFACTURER TO BE REPLACED WITH A DEFE...
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.