Component
SUSPENSION
Manufacturer
L.K.I. ENTERPRISES, INC.
What Happened
The pitman arm is a critical suspension part that connects your steering system to the front wheels. It's made by Superlift, and it was sold as an aftermarket upgrade for your 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 2500 or 3500 4x4.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pitman arm develops cracks and fails while driving, your vehicle could lose control, which could lead to a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your Superlift pitman arm will be replaced by the manufacturer, free of charge. You should contact Superlift at 1-800-551-4955 to confirm the replacement process and schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN LKI ENTERPRISES, INC., BRAND NAME SUPERLIFT SUSPENSION, PITMAN ARMS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 2003-2007 DODGE RAM 2500 AND 3500 4X4 LIGHT TRUCKS. DUE TO INADEQUATE HEAT TREATMENT DURING PRODUCTION, THE AFFECTED PITMAN ARMS MAY DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE UPPER SPLINED ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING OUTPUT SHAFT. MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE PITMAN ARM AND THE OUTPUT SHAFT MAY DEFORM SPLINES, RESULTING IN PREMATURE WEAR AND FATIGUE FAILURE OF THE AFFECTED PITMAN ARM.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
PITMAN ARM WEAR OR FAILURE MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
LKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PITMAN ARM, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LKI AT 1-800-551-4955.
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