3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Posted on: 1990-04-30
Description
Air bag inflator modules may not contain diffuser holes between the ignitor and propellant chambers.
Consequence
Air bags would not deploy in an impact situation, which could lead to driver injury.
Corrective Action
Replace air bag inflator modules with properly machined modules.
Notes
System: air bag inflator modules.vehicle description: passenger cars with grey interior.
DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Posted on: 1990-01-04
Description
The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
Consequence
The leakage of oil in the engine compartment could causea fire.
Corrective Action
Replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.
Notes
System: engine valve cover gasket.vehicle description: passenger cars, light trucks, and minivans.
DEFECT #3 - 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.