The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16E085000·Announced 2016-11-16

Dorman aftermarket clock spring assemblies recalled due to airbag deployment risk

Dorman is recalling specific aftermarket clock spring assemblies because a manufacturing defect may cause the cable to tear, preventing the driver's airbag from deploying in a crash.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the airbag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury in a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Dorman Products, Inc. is recalling certain aftermarket clock spring assemblies, including Dorman P/N 525-016, Solutions P/N 665-3499, and OE Solutions P/N 525-016. These units were manufactured between January 18, 2016, and October 11, 2016. The recall affects 1,056 units.

The defect involves the coil harness potentially not being centered when wound. As a result, turning the steering wheel after installation may cause the cable to tear. If the cable tears, the driver's airbag may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Dorman will notify owners and provide instructions for a diagnostic inspection of the clock spring assemblies. If found defective, Dorman dealers will replace the assembly with a new one free of charge. The recall began on December 7, 2016. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492 and press 5, or contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL recall
Manufacturer
Dorman Products, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Aftermarket Parts
Hazard
Affected units
1,056

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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