Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

21E097000

ManufacturerTenneco AutomotiveReported2021-11-30Affected1,306 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Tenneco Automotive (DBA as DRiV) is recalling certain MOOG tie rods, with part numbers EV801120 and EV800964, and NAPA NCP tie rods, with part number 2693957. The tie rods may not have been heat-treated properly, which can cause them to fail.

Risk

Tie rod failure can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

DRiV will work with will work with its distributor/retailer customers to replace the tie rods, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-877-489-6659 or RECALL.SUPPORT@DRIV.COM.

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Affected vehicles

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NHTSA did not enumerate affected vehicles for this campaign.