ZF North America (ZF) is recalling certain RL 77, and RL 80 EM axle assemblies, part numbers 4474077034, 4474077019, 447407718, 4474077021, 4474077020, 4474077036, 4474077026, and 44740770 manufactured May 1, 2014, to May 29, 2015. Certain ZF RL77 / 80EM independent front steering axles equipped with Bosch 8018 steering boxes. The boxes were manufactured using incorrect internal spacers that can cause premature wear in the connection between the steering wheel and the front axle.
ZF North America – Possible Steering Loss Due to Wrong Spacer
| Report Received Date | 05/13/2016 |
| NHTSA ID | 16E040000 |
| Consequence Summary | The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | ZF has notified its vehicle manufacturing purchasers and will work with them on executing free recall remedies for all affected vehicles. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. Owners may contact ZF customer service at 1-734-416-6200. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 1951 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | Yes |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16E040000) |
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