Recall 01V-044: 1999–2000 Isuzu FSR, 1999–2000 Isuzu FTR and 1 more

ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 15, 2001, covering about 203 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-044
Report date
Jun 15, 2001
Vehicles affected
203
Owners notified
May 15, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: commercial vehicles equipped with tie rod assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.

The risk

If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links. Owner notification began during may 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 800-643-4070, ext. 428.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerISUZU MOTORS LIMITED
ComponentSteering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V044012

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Isuzu FSR1999, 2000All years
Isuzu FTR1999, 2000All years
Isuzu FVR1999, 2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-044?

Vehicle description: commercial vehicles equipped with tie rod assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.

How is recall 01V-044 fixed?

Dealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links. Owner notification began during may 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact isuzu at 800-643-4070, ext. 428.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.