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1999-2000 Reliance Trailer Sturdyweld recall: tie rod assembly

Reliance Trailer Company reported this safety recall on January 29, 2002. It covers about 15 vehicles.

vehicles affected
15
reported
Jan 29, 2002
owners notified
Feb 28, 2002

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong
On some trailers equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification is began february 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact reliance trailers at 1‑800‑444‑9772.

Recall number 02V037001

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 02V037001

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Reliance Trailer Sturdyweld tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 02V037001, reported on January 29, 2002, covers about 15 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V037001?

Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification is began february 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact reliance trailers at 1‑800‑444‑9772.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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