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.
Tenneco Automotive – Improperly Heat-Treated Tie Rods May Fail
| Report Received Date | 11/30/2021 |
| NHTSA ID | 21E097000 |
| Consequence Summary | Tie rod failure can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 1306 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21E097000) |
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