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Vehicle recall 02V037001 · January 29, 2002

1999-2000 Reliance Trailer Sturdyweld

On some trailers equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with TRW model 20EDL ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On some trailers equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with TRW model 20EDL ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Consequence
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification is began February 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact reliance trailers at 1-800-444-9772.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
02V037001
Reported to NHTSA
January 29, 2002
Filed by
RELIANCE TRAILER COMPANY
Owner notification
February 28, 2002
Vehicles potentially affected
15
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
Recall 02V037001 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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