NHTSA recall 18E004000 · Equipment
Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Reported Jan 16, 2018305 vehicles affectedDorman Products, Inc.Built Mar 14, 2017 – Nov 20, 2017
The defect
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Dorman A/C Bypass Pulley Brackets, part number 34283, and Solutions A/C Bypass Pulley Brackets, part number 660-2001-1. These brackets may crack under certain loading conditions.
The risk
If the bracket cracks and fails, the vehicle may lose power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dorman will replace the A/C Bypass Pulley free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.