The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18E048000·Announced 2018-06-26

TRW Recalls Aftermarket Ball Joints Due to Incorrect Nut Size

TRW is recalling aftermarket replacement Ball Joints with incorrect attachment nut sizes that may cause loss of steering control.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (steering control) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

TRW Automotive Inc is recalling certain aftermarket replacement Ball Joints, part number JBJ343. The defect involves attachment nuts that are the incorrect size, which may cause a loss of steering control.

A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. The recall affects 310 units of the specific part number.

TRW will notify known purchasers and owners and reimburse them for the returned ball joints free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2018. Owners may contact TRW customer service at 1-248-863-2437 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
STEERING recall
Manufacturer
TRW Automotive Inc
Category
Vehicle — Aftermarket Parts
Hazard
Affected units
310

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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