Component
SUSPENSION
Manufacturer
FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS
What Happened
The ball joint assembly is a crucial part of your vehicle's suspension system, connecting the wheels to the rest of the vehicle. In some cases, a faulty nut that came with the assembly could fail to lock properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the nut becomes loose, the ball joint could separate, causing you to lose control of your vehicle. This could lead to a crash, especially if you're driving at high speeds or on rough roads.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty ball joint assembly with a new one, free of charge. You should contact the dealer to schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
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