Recall 24E072000: Steering, Linkages, Drag, Link, Connection

NHTSA recall 24E072000 · announced August 26, 2024 · Usk · 20,962 units affected

The problem

USK Internacional (USK) is recalling certain Tie Rod and Drag Link assemblies. The tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to break.

The risk

A broken ball stud can cause tie rod failure and a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Affected vehicle manufacturers will determine their own remedies. Vehicle manufacturers were notified May 25, 2024. Owners should contact their respective vehicle manufacturer for more details.

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.nhtsa.gov.

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