Defect Description For Recall
TRW Automotive Inc (TRW) Is Recalling Certain Aftermarket Replacement Left Hand And Right Hand Lower Ball Joints, Sold For Use On Toyota 4Runner, Sequioa And Tundra Vehicles. These Ball Joints Were Built Incorrectly With A Vented Dust Shield On The Ball Joint Stud, Which Could Allow Contamination To Enter The Joint, Possibly Causing Wear And Looseness.
Make Of Vehicle
TRW
Model Of Vehicle
BALL JOINT
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
17E023000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
Effect Of Defect
The Ball StUD Wear May Result In The Ball StUD Separating From The Steering Knuckle, Causing A Loss Of Steering, And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
TRW Will Notify Owners And Will Replace The Affected Ball Joints, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On June 19, 2017. Owners May Contact TRW Wixom Customer Service At 1-248-863-2437 Or The ZF Services Hotline At 1-800-321-0784.
Vehicle Manufacturer
TRW Automotive Inc
Start Of Manufacture
20130201
End Of Manufacture
20140731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
6086
Date Owners Notified
20170619
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
TRW Automotive, Inc.
Date Report Received
20170505