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E-One Quest Recall 15V598: Front Ball Joints May Loosen and Separate, Causing Steering Loss

NHTSA campaign 15V598, reported September 24, 2015, 9 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain front independent suspension assemblies may have loose ball joints. A ball joint that separates can cause a loss of steering control, which increases the risk of a crash.

E-One will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect and repair the front suspension assemblies as necessary at no cost to you. Owners may also contact E-One customer service at 1-800-627-5050. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V598E-One Incorporated
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Problem
E-One Incorporated (E-One) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Typhoon, Cyclone II, and Quest emergency vehicles manufactured August 2, 2013, to December 16, 2014. The affected vehicles have front independent suspension assemblies that may have loose ball joints which could separate causing a loss of steering control.
Risk
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
E-One will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the suspension assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact E-One customer service at 1-800-627-5050.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

E-One Cyclone II20132014
E-One Quest20132014
E-One Typhoon20132014