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Robert Bosch, LLC — Loss of Power Steering Assist Due to Corrosion
Check whether your vehicle is affected and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions — the repair is free.
What’s wrong
If the aluminum bolts corrode, they may fracture, allowing the steering gear motor to detach and cause a reduction or loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Parts can come loose.
What to do
Bosch is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. Dealers for those manufacturers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. Ford owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S14. Tesla owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-32-002.
Who to contact: Bosch is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. Dealers for those manufacturers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. Ford owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S14. Tesla owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-32-002.
The product
Robert Bosch Automotive Steering (Bosch) has submitted a Defect Information Report based upon decisions by Ford Motor Company and Tesla, Inc. to conduct recalls (No. 15V250 and No. 18V204, respectively) to replace the aluminum mounting bolts in Bosch-supplied Electric Power Steering (EPS) systems that can corrode after exposure to certain driving environments such as road salt.
Details
- Units affected
- 557722
- Recall date
- April 19, 2018
- Brand
- Robert Bosch, LLC
The official notice
This recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Robert Bosch, LLC — Loss of Power Steering Assist Due to Corrosion”
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