NHTSA Recall 01V044004: Tie rod assembly (steering)
SAFARI MOTOR COACHES, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 117 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Beaver Contessa.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V044004 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 6, 2001 |
| Owner notification | March 16, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: motor home chassis equipped with tie rod assemblies manufactured by trw. The suspect tie rods contain 24-dl model ball sockets. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links. Owner notification began march 16, 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 smc at 1-800-344-6332 or trw customer service at 1-866-280-3287.
Notes
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 01V044004
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Beaver Contessa | 2000 |
| Beaver Marquis | 2000 |
| Beaver Patriot | 2000 |
| Beaver Solitaire | 2000 |
| Safari Continental | 2000 |
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.