NHTSA Campaign 24E062000
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Issued by Meritor, Inc. · Reported Jul 26, 2024 · 475 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Meritor, Inc. (Meritor) is recalling certain replacement tie rods equipped with USK ball studs, part numbers A1-3102F4738, A1-3102E4737, and A1-3102P4748. The tie rod assemblies may contain ball studs that have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break, and possibly result in tie rod failure.
Consequence
Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-866-668-7221.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERITOR | TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 475 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 24E062000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.