Moog Ball Joint recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 25, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Tenneco Automotive recalls Moog Ball Joint

Recall number

24E079000

Brand / firm

Moog, Napa

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 23,489 units

Why it was recalled

Ball joint separation may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain aftermarket ball joints for 2013-2019 Ford Escape vehicles, MOOG part numbers K500346, K500347, NAPA part numbers 2601878 and 2601879. The ball joint may separate between the mounting flange and socket.

What to do

Dealers will replace the ball joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 28, 2024. Owners may contact DRiV customer service at 1-877-489-6659 or at [email protected].. Follow the official notice for full instructions.