The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24E063000·Announced 2024-07-30

Mevotech Recalls Aftermarket Front Lower Control Arms Due to Design Flaw

Mevotech is recalling specific aftermarket front lower control arms because a design flaw may cause the ball joint to separate, 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 separation) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and crashes, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mevotech US Inc. is recalling certain aftermarket lower control arms, specifically part numbers 5CB801134 and 5CB801135. The recall involves a total of 6,705 units. These parts are used in the front suspension of vehicles.

The recalled parts may contain a design flaw that results in the separation of the ball joint from the lower control arm. If this separation occurs, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Owners should contact Mevotech customer service at 1-866-883-7075 to arrange for an inspection and repair of the front lower control arms, which will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 7, 2024. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.nhtsa.gov for more information.

The recalled product

Product
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM recall
Manufacturer
Mevotech US Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Aftermarket Suspension Parts
Hazard
Affected units
6,705

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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