The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18E071000·Announced 2018-07-30

TAP Recalls Pro Comp Aftermarket Pitman Arms for Steering Misalignment

TAP Worldwide is recalling specific Pro Comp aftermarket pitman arms that may be improperly machined, potentially causing steering misalignment and loss of control.

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 (steering misalignment) that explicitly increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

TAP Worldwide, LLC is recalling certain Pro Comp aftermarket Pitman Arms, including part numbers 56713B-1, 56714B-1, 56716B-1, 56717B-1, 56715B-1, and DC600. The recall involves 2,212 units.

The pitman arms may not be properly machined, which can cause a misalignment between the pitman arm and the steering shaft. This misalignment may result in a reduction or loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The recall began on October 1, 2018. TAP will notify owners and replace the affected pitman arms free of charge. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
STEERING recall
Manufacturer
TAP Worldwide, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Steering Component
Hazard
Affected units
2,212

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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