The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18E073000·Announced 2018-07-30

TAP Pro Comp Shock Absorbers Recalled for Mounting Defect

TAP Worldwide is recalling Pro Comp aftermarket shock absorbers because an incorrect lower mount may cause them to detach, affecting vehicle handling and increasing crash risk.

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 component) that may result in the shock absorbers not remaining properly secured, which the source states increases the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

TAP Worldwide, LLC is recalling certain Pro Comp aftermarket Pro Runner Monotube Shock Absorbers, part numbers ZX2005 and ZX2007. The recall involves 2,222 units where the lower mount/base cup of the shock absorbers may be incorrect.

The incorrect lower mount/base cup may result in the shock absorbers not remaining properly secured to the vehicle. This defect affects vehicle handling and increases the risk of a crash.

TAP will notify owners and provide replacement shock absorbers that have a correct lower mount/base cup, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. 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
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER recall
Manufacturer
TAP Worldwide, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Aftermarket Parts
Hazard
Affected units
2,222

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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