NHTSA Recall 01V140003: Connection (steering)
ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 203 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Isuzu Fsr.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V140003 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › DRAG › LINK › CONNECTION |
| Report received | June 15, 2001 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: commercial vehicles equipped with axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets/drag links. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the drag link assemblies. Owner notification began during may 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 isuau at 1-800-643-4070, ext. 428.
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 01V140003
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.