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NHTSAVehicles2021-04-12Campaign 21E027000

Tenneco Automotive

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

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SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

What could happen

An incorrectly installed ball joint may cause the ball joint stud to break, which can compromise front wheel control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Summary

Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain MOOG K500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 Ford F-150 trucks. The ball joint may have a misaligned dust boot and may be missing alignment hole and installation warning tag, which may lead to improper alignment of the ball joint.

Remedy

DRiV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the ball joint, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 5, 2021. Owners may contact Tenneco Automotive customer service at 1-877-489-6659.

Models and years in the notice

2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

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