SPRINTER 2500 2015: STEERING:LINKAGES
| Make : SPRINTER | Model : 2500 | Year : 2015 |
| Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18E096000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2018-12-03 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-10-16 | Date Added to Database: 2018-10-22 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) | ||
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| Component: STEERING:LINKAGES | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 847 | ||
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Summary:
Streetcar ORV LLC "Streetcar" is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles "AEV" 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle. |
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Consequence:
The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | E Report | |
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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. |
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