9999 TIMONEY IFS GEN 2 Recall

Campaign:

18E017000 on 04/01/2018

Component:

Suspension:front

Manufactured:

12/31/2013 - 03/28/2018

Affected:

146

Defect:

Timoney technology (timoney) is recalling certain mark 1 and gen 2 independent front suspensions (ifs). inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.

Consequence:

If a wheel separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Correction:

Timoney will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected suspensions, and those manufacturers will conduct recalls of their own with their dealers replacing the front axle spindle, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 2018.

Notes:

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.

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