TT: Front Brake Vibration Key Points: Issue can occur at any time if improper torque is applied on lug...

Bulletin number

L-TT-0212-16

Component

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Summary

TT: Front Brake Vibration Key Points: Issue can occur at any time if improper torque is applied on lug nuts Over time, even one lug nut over or under torqued, can cause a vibration issue When lug nuts are over torqued, this causes the rotor to have a runout out condition which can lead to brake vibration concerns Brake vibration issues can occur at parking lot to highway speeds Brake vibration issues can occur at light to moderate braking Tightening lug nuts in a star pattern method during the torqueing process will assure that even/equal pressure is applied across the rotor hub surface Torque sticks/wrenches should be used to apply accurate torque values when tightening Do Not use impact guns/ratchets to completely run lug nuts up to the wheel surface

Owners of these vehicles have filed 13 complaints in the wheels category.