KONI North America – Incorrectly Welded Shock Absorbers

Koni North America (KONI) is recalling certain shock absorbers with model numbers 8245-1146L, 8245-1146R, 8245-1201L, 8245-1201R, 8245-1203L, and 8245-1203R. These shock absorbers were manufactured January 2008 through April 2013. The affected absorbers were manufactured with an incorrectly welded bracket which may cause the shock absorber to bend and rest on the drive shaft.


Report Received Date 05/02/2013
NHTSA ID 13E023000
Consequence Summary A bent shock absorber may compromise vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action KONI will notify distributors and advise them to contact their customers of the recall. The shock absorbers will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on May 16, 2013. Customers may contact KONI at 1-800-209-3350.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 39
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13E023000)

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