Strange Street Axle recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 3, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Strange Engineering, Inc. recalls Strange Street Axle

Recall number

15E046000

Brand / firm

Strange

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 90 units

Why it was recalled

The reduction in strength may result in premature axle failure, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What was recalled

Strange Engineering, Inc. (Strange) is recalling certain Modified Street Axles, part numbers P3109F05, P3509F05, P3509F0558, P3509F0558S, and P3509F05S, manufactured December 8, 2011, to April 17, 2015. The affected drive axles were modified after being heated treated and, as a result, the axles may have reduced strength.

What to do

Strange will notify owners, and repair shops will replace the axles and install new wheel bearings, sleeves, and seals, free of charge. The recall began on September 28, 2015. Owners may contact Strange customer service at 1-847-663-1701.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.