Defect Description For Recall
Meritor Elucid Tie Rods Part Nos. E-10148 And E-10149. The Tie Rod End Can Pull Outboard And Separate From The Tie Rod Tube Due To Improper Thread Engagement Between The Male Tie Rod End And The Female Tube.
Make Of Vehicle
MERITOR
Model Of Vehicle
E-10148
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
99E005001
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Separation Of The Tie Rod End Could Result In Loss Of Steering Control, Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Tie Rod Ends Free Of Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Meritor Automotive, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
158
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Meritor Automotive, Inc.
Date Report Received
19990329