E-ONE TYPHOON 2014: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V231000

Make Model Year
E-ONE TYPHOON 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-05-05 2017-04-05 2017-04-07

Production Dates: 2013-12-03 - 2016-01-12

Manufacturers Involved: E-One Incorporated

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 29

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

E-One Incorporated "E-One" is recalling certain 2013-2016 Typhoon and Cyclone II and 2014-2016 Quest emergency vehicles. The ball joints on the independent front suspension "IFS" modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.

Consequence

A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

E-One will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, clean and secure the ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2017. Owners may contact E-One customer service at 1-800-627-5050.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.