The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24E048000·Announced 2024-06-10

Dana Recalls D-Series and E-Series Steer Axles Due to Tie Rod Defect

Dana Incorporated is recalling D-Series and E-Series steer axles and replacement tie rod assemblies because incorrectly heat-treated ball studs may break, potentially causing loss of steering control.

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 (tie rod failure) that can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Dana Incorporated is recalling certain D-Series and E-Series Steer Axles, as well as replacement tie rod assemblies for these axles. The recall involves 11,089 units. The defect involves ball studs in the tie rod assemblies that may have been incorrectly heat-treated, which can cause them to break and result in tie rod failure.

Tie rod failure can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash. Dana will inspect and replace the ball studs as necessary, free of charge. The company will notify original equipment manufacturers and distributors on June 24, 2024.

Owners may contact Dana customer service at 1-419-887-3000. 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.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY recall
Manufacturer
Dana Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Steering Components
Hazard
Affected units
11,089

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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