Fox Factory, Inc. is recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado
— Recall Campaign #21V718000
Fox Factory, Inc. (Fox Factory) is recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles that are equipped with Tuscany Kits, model number 501T-02-00064. Excessive wear to the front-upper control arm ball joints could result in ball joint failure and wheel separation.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,646 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V718000
| Manufacturer: | Fox Factory, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 10, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V718000 |
| Units affected: | 2,646 |
- Description:
- Fox Factory, Inc. (Fox Factory) is recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles that are equipped with Tuscany Kits, model number 501T-02-00064. Excessive wear to the front-upper control arm ball joints could result in ball joint failure and wheel separation.
- Consequeces:
- Separation of a front wheel while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will replace the original equipment front-upper control arms with new upgraded front-upper control arms, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2021. Owners may contact Fox Factory at 1-831-274-6500.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.