2015 Ford F-150 | 2016 Ford F-150 | 2017 Ford F-150 — Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint
Published April 13, 2021 · Recall initiated: April 12, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21E027000, published April 13, 2021 and initiated April 12, 2021. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2015 Ford F-150 | 2016 Ford F-150 | 2017 Ford F-150 — Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint.
What's the hazard
Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain MOOG K500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 Ford F-150 trucks. The ball joint may have a misaligned dust boot and may be missing alignment hole and installation warning tag, which may lead to improper alignment of the ball joint.
What to do
DRiV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the ball joint, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 5, 2021. Owners may contact Tenneco Automotive customer service at 1-877-489-6659.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- F-150
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2015 FORD F-150 | 2016 FORD F-150 | 2017 FORD F-150
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Ford F-150 | 2016 Ford F-150 | 2017 Ford F-150 — Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21E027000 on April 13, 2021. Reported hazard: Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain MOOG K500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 Ford F-150 trucks. The ball joint may have a misaligned dust boot and may be missing alignment hole and installation warning tag, which may lead to improper alignment of the ball joint.
What should I do if I have this product?
DRiV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the ball joint, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 5, 2021. Owners may contact Tenneco Automotive customer service at 1-877-489-6659.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: F-150.