The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18E017000·Announced 2018-03-29

Timoney Front Suspension Recall Due to Axle Spindle Fatigue Cracks

Timoney Technology is recalling Mark 1 and Gen 2 Independent Front Suspensions because inconsistent machining may cause axle spindle failure and wheel separation.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (front axle spindle failure) that can cause wheel separation and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Timoney Technology is recalling certain Mark 1 and Gen 2 Independent Front Suspensions (IFS). The recall addresses a defect where inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles.

This defect can cause the spindle to fail, leading to the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle. If a wheel separates, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Timoney will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected suspensions. Those manufacturers will conduct their own recalls with their dealers replacing the front axle spindle, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in April 2018. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION:FRONT recall
Manufacturer
Timoney Technology
Category
Vehicle — Suspension
Hazard
Affected units
146

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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