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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14E033000

S&S Truck Newstar Drag Link — Steering

Published June 30, 2014 · Recall initiated: June 30, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14E033000, published June 30, 2014. Recalling firm: S&S Truck Parts, Inc.; S&S Truck Newstar Drag Link — Steering.

What's the hazard

S&S Truck Parts, Inc. (S&S Truck) is recalling certain Newstar brand aftermarket drag link assemblies (DLA), part number S-22084, sold for aftermarket installation on certain Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks. The affected DLAs were not manufactured to the proper specifications and cannot be properly installed on the vehicles. If the installation is forced, failure of the steering system may occur.

What to do

S&S Truck will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DLAs, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact S&S Truck customer service at 1-800-621-1553.

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Recall details

Brand
S&S TRUCK
Model
NEWSTAR DRAG LINK
Manufacturer
S&S Truck Parts, Inc.
Lot
S&S TRUCK NEWSTAR DRAG LINK
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was S&S Truck Newstar Drag Link — Steering recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14E033000 on June 30, 2014. Reported hazard: S&S Truck Parts, Inc. (S&S Truck) is recalling certain Newstar brand aftermarket drag link assemblies (DLA), part number S-22084, sold for aftermarket installation on certain Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks. The affected DLAs were not manufactured to the proper specifications and cannot be properly installed on the vehicles. If the installation is forced, failure of the steering system may occur.

What should I do if I have this product?

S&S Truck will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DLAs, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact S&S Truck customer service at 1-800-621-1553.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: S&S TRUCK. Model: NEWSTAR DRAG LINK.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)