Dorman Front Control Arms Recalled for Potential Steering Loss
Dorman is recalling specific front control arms where a ball stud may pull through the steering knuckle, causing partial loss of steering.
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 (suspension/steering) that can cause loss of steering, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Dorman Products, Inc. is recalling certain Dorman front control arms, part numbers 521-898, 521-897, CA14583, and CA14584. The recall involves approximately 4,025 units.
The defect involves a ball stud that can pull through the steering knuckle, which may cause a partial loss of steering. Loss of steering ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ball stud with a new ball stud nut free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2018. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM recall
- Manufacturer
- Dorman Products, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Suspension
- Affected units
- 4,025
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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