STEERING SYSTEM LEFT TIE ROD END MAY DEVELOP A FATIGUE CRACK IN THE TREADED PART OF THE ROD DUE TO IMPROPER
— Recall Campaign #88V009000
STEERING SYSTEM LEFT TIE ROD END MAY DEVELOP A FATIGUE CRACK IN THE TREADED PART OF THE ROD DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 230 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
88V009000
| Manufacturer: | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | January 27, 1988 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 88V009000 |
| Units affected: | 230 |
- Description:
- STEERING SYSTEM LEFT TIE ROD END MAY DEVELOP A FATIGUE CRACK IN THE TREADED PART OF THE ROD DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT.
- Consequeces:
- COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE TIE ROD END RESULTS IN LOSSOF STEERING CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULD OCCUR.
- Corrective action:
- REPLACE LEFT TIE ROD ENDS WITH NEW PROPERLY HARDENED ENDS.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: STEERING/TIE ROD ENDVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RIGHT HAND DRIVE VEHICLES; SPECIAL FLEET FOR POST OFFICEUSE IN ALASKA.