Defect Description For Recall
Moss Motors Replacement KinGPIns For Use As A Front Suspension Part For Vintage Austin-Healey Cars That Were Manufactured Between 1953 And 1968. These KinGPIns Were Manufactured With Inconsistent Forging And Hardening Procedures. The KinGPIns May Be Too Brittle And Could Break With Typical Front Suspension Forces.
Make Of Vehicle
MOSS MOTORS
Model Of Vehicle
KINGPINS
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
03E025000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:King Pin
Effect Of Defect
If The KinGPIn Breaks, The Suspension Will Collapse Causing Loss Of Vehicle Control, Possible Resulting In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Moss Motors Will Send Replacement KinGPIns And A Check For $300.00 To Its Customers To Cover Installation Expense. Owner Notification Began April 2003. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Moss Motors At 949-725-0576.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Moss Motors, Ltd
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
270
Date Owners Notified
20030311
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Moss Motors, Ltd
Date Report Received
20030409