Campaign 26E-032

Shock bolts may have been incorrectly tightened

Defect summary

Lippert is recalling certain Curt Touring Coil Suspensions with part number 298315. The shock bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.

Consequence

Broken shock retainer bolt heads and washers may detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the shock bolts, free of charge. Lippert will work with vehicle manufacturers to replace the shock retainer bolt. Owners may contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 26E032000. Text as published by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered

One product line is covered

Vehicles covered by campaign 26E-032
Make	Model	Model years
Lippert	Curt Touring Coil Suspension	Year not stated

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.

Investigation

No NHTSA investigation is linked to this recall

Most recalls are started by the manufacturer. This one lists "Manufacturer" as its origin.

Before the recall

No service bulletins on this component preceded the recall

Distinct manufacturer communications on the same component group, make, model and model year in the 24 months before the report date.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications file.

Service bulletins

23E-050 Jul 5, 2023
U-bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can cause the axle to move out of position
23E-046 Jun 22, 2023
Axles may have an improperly tightened grease fitting that can separate and cause damage, possibly resulting in wheel detachment
22E-074 Sep 14, 2022
Hub assemblies may have been produced with incorrect bearings, which can cause the bearings to overheat and allow the wheel to detach