USK Internacional – Loss of Steering Control from Broken Ball Stud

USK Internacional (USK) is recalling certain Tie Rod and Drag Link assemblies. The tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to break.


Report Received Date 08/26/2024
NHTSA ID 24E072000
Consequence Summary A broken ball stud can cause tie rod failure and a complete loss of steering controleasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Affected vehicle manufacturers will determine their own remedies. Vehicle manufacturers were notified May 25, 2024. Owners should contact their respective vehicle manufacturer for more details.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 20962
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24E072000)

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