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1996-1999 Mitsubishi Fuso FE639, Mitsubishi Fuso FE649 and others recall: control arm

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 8, 2004. It covers about 10,333 vehicles.

vehicles affected
10,333
reported
Nov 8, 2004
owners notified
Jan 13, 2005

Suspension: front: control arm

What is wrong
On certain trucks, the tie rod end ball joint dust boot was designed with insufficient sealing ability. This condition could allow contamination to enter into the tie rod end ball joint, abnormally wearing the resin bearing located inside the joint.
Risk
The tie rod end ball joint could separate from the tie rod end, disabling the steering system, and causing a crash .
Remedy
Dealers will install modified tie rod end assemblies. The recall began on january 13, 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 856‑467‑3917.

Recall number 04V535000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 04V535000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1999 Mitsubishi Fuso FE639, Mitsubishi Fuso FE649 and others control arm?

Yes. Recall 04V535000, reported on November 8, 2004, covers about 10,333 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V535000?

Dealers will install modified tie rod end assemblies. The recall began on january 13, 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi fuso at 856‑467‑3917.

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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