Zf Control Arm Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 16E018000
Manufacturer: ZF North America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: N/A
Manufactured Begin Date: June 25th, 2015
Manufactured End Date: February 2nd, 2016
Date of Owner Notification: February 12th, 2016

Defect Summary:
ZF Group North America Operations (ZF) is recalling certain Control Arms model numbers 0501 218 145, and 0501 211 327 manufactured June 23, 2015, to February 2, 2016. The hot crimping that connects the tube ends to the control arm joint housing shafts may crack, causing the tube to separate from the shaft.

Consequence Summary:
Should the tube crack and separate from the shaft of the vehicle, loss of vehicle control is possible, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
ZF will notify dealers and exchange all affected parts with new parts, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2016. Owners may contact ZF customer service at 1-734-416-6200.

Recall 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.