Defect Description For Recall
Koni North America (Koni) Is Recalling Certain Shock Absorbers With Model Numbers 8245-1146L, 8245-1146R, 8245-1201L, 8245-1201R, 8245-1203L, And 8245-1203R. These Shock Absorbers Were Manufactured January 2008 Through April 2013. The Affected Absorbers Were Manufactured With An Incorrectly Welded Bracket Which May Cause The Shock Absorber To Bend And Rest On The Drive Shaft.
Make Of Vehicle
KONI
Model Of Vehicle
SHOCK ABSORBER
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
13E023000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
A Bent Shock Absorber May Compromise Vehicle Handling, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Koni Will Notify Distributors And Advise Them To Contact Their Customers Of The Recall. The Shock Absorbers Will Be Replaced Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 16, 2013. Customers May Contact Koni At 1-800-209-3350.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Koni North America
Start Of Manufacture
20080101
End Of Manufacture
20130430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
39
Date Owners Notified
20130516
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Koni North America
Date Report Received
20130502