The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·22E051000·Announced 2022-06-20

BorgWarner Recalls EGR Valves Due to Risk of Loss of Drive Power

BorgWarner is recalling specific EGR valves where a loose washer may cause the valve to stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 where the defect increases the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

BorgWarner is recalling certain Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valves with part numbers LX6E 9D475 AB and 05281255AK. The recall addresses a defect where the washer inside the EGR valve may come loose, causing the valve to stick open. This malfunction results in an unexpected loss of drive power.

The unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. The affected vehicle manufacturer will notify vehicle owners regarding this recall.

Dealers will replace the EGR valves free of charge. Owners may contact BorgWarner customer service at 1-864-710-9450. BorgWarner's number for this recall is 22V-284. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) recall
Manufacturer
BorgWarner
Category
Vehicle — Engine Component
Hazard
Affected units
2,217

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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