NHTSA Recall 00V246309: Linkages (steering)
ATHEY PRODUCTS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17 vehicles. It affects 1999 Athey 712.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V246309 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | November 2, 2000 |
| Owner notification | March 29, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: four-wheel, self-propelled, off-road loader equipped with trw 20-edl ball-socket assemblies. Certain of the ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket. These bearings were produced between july 5 and october 3, 1999.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball-socket assemblies.
Notes
Owner notification began march 29, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact athey at 919-556-5171.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration=s auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V246309
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Athey 712 | 1999 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.