Defect Description For Recall
ZF North America, Inc. (ZF) Is Recalling Certain Rl 77, And Rl 80 Em Axle Assemblies, Part Numbers 4474077034, 4474077019, 447407718, 4474077021, 4474077020, 4474077036, 4474077026, And 44740770 Manufactured May 1, 2014, To May 29, 2015. Certain ZF Rl77 / 80Em Independent Front Steering Axles Equipped With Bosch 8018 Steering Boxes. The Boxes Were Manufactured Using Incorrect Internal Spacers That Can Cause Premature Wear In The ConneCTIon Between The Steering Wheel And The Front Axle.
Make Of Vehicle
ZF GROUP
Model Of Vehicle
RL 80EM AXLE SYSTEM
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
16E040000
Component Description
Suspension:Front
Effect Of Defect
The Steering Wheel’S ConneCTIon To The Front Axle Could Fail Resulting In A Sudden Loss Of Steering Ability, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
ZF Has Notified Its Vehicle Manufacturing Purchasers And Will Work With Them On Executing Free Recall Remedies For All Affected Vehicles. The Recall Began On May 19, 2016. Owners Are Urged Not To Drive Their Vehicles Until They Have Been Inspected. Owners May Contact ZF Customer Service At 1-734-416-6200.
Vehicle Manufacturer
ZF North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20140501
End Of Manufacture
20150529
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
1951
Date Owners Notified
20160519
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
ZF North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20160513