Key Takeaway

SUSPENSION:TWIN I-BEAM:FRONT SPINDLE:KNUCKLE STEER by ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL was recalled on March 11, 1985. What to do: REPLACEMENT OF ANY AND ALL COMPONENTS. FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER.

NHTSA Ongoing

SUSPENSION:TWIN I-BEAM:FRONT SPINDLE:KNUCKLE STEER

Recalled: March 11, 1985 ~28,845 units affected 85E010

Description

FRONT AXLE BEAMS CONTAIN "SHEAR CRACKS" AT THE BEAM ENDS WHERE THE KING PINS AND STEERING KNUCKLES ARE ATTACHED. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF FAILURE OF THE AXLE BEAMS AS PART OF THE FRONT STEERING AXLE SHOULD OCCUR, THE COMPONENTS ATTACHED TO THE BEAMS INCLUDING WHEELS, TIRES, BRAKE ASSEMBLIES AND STEERING KNUCKLES MAY BECOME DISENGAGED FROM THE VEHICLE, AND ROLL FREE WITH A RISK TO TRAFFIC SAFETY. THE VEHICLE MAY LOSE STEERING CONTROL, CAUSING VEHICLE INSTABILITY AND POTENTIAL FOR VEHICLE CRASH. THIS FAILURE COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING TO THE OPERATOR.

Remedy

REPLACEMENT OF ANY AND ALL COMPONENTS. FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER.

Products Affected

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Vehicles

Company Information

ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL

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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: REPLACEMENT OF ANY AND ALL COMPONENTS. FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER.

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.

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