NHTSA recall 20E044000 · Equipment
Suspension › Rear
Reported Jun 25, 2020996 vehicles affectedTenneco Automotive
The defect
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Clevite-Pullman rear suspension lower control rods/torque rods, part number FS32B916400AFH, for installation into Gillig Low Floor buses. The design of the rear suspension lower control rods makes them susceptible to failure over time.
The risk
If a rear suspension lower control rod fails, the bus may have reduced handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Tenneco will notify customers who purchased this product as replacement equipment and will provide a new control rod, free of charge. This recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-260-667-2308.