2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Posted on: 1984-02-13
Description
Some hood latch assemblies may have been improperly repaired at the factory, or incorrect fasteners were used. Hood latch attachment will not be strong enough and will likely weaken the inner hood panel.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Inspect vehicles and, if incorrectly assembled or repaired, the hood, including the latch, will be replaced.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: hood latch system.consequences of defect: the hood could raise without warning, blinding thedriver, and possibly causing an accident.
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION
Posted on: 2008-04-17
Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket ball joint assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.