Recall 18E037000: Suspension, Front, Control Arm

NHTSA recall 18E037000 · announced May 31, 2018 · Dorman · 4,025 units affected

The problem

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Dorman control arms, part numbers 521-898, 521-897, CA14583 and CA14584. These control arms may have a ball stud that can pull through the steering knuckle causing a partial loss of steering.

The risk

Loss of steering ability can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ball stud with a new ball stud nut, free of charge. The recall began August 15, 2018. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492. Dorman's number for this recall is CA0518XXXX.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.