Campaign 18E-096

Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle

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Defect summary

Streetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle.

Consequence

The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500.

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.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 18E096000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

3 product lines are covered

Vehicles covered by campaign 18E-096
MakeModelModel years
AEV3" Dualsport SuspensionYear not stated
Ram25002013 to 2018
Ram35002013 to 2018
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.