Federal-mogul/ball joint assemblies
Defect Summary
Equipment description: front ball joint assemblies. the defective parts have a zinc phosphate coating missing on the stud. this coating is used to provide corrosion resistance and galvavized protection between the stud and mating aluminum steering knuckle. moog part number k6345 and are marked with date codes of 1049291 through 1040006.
Safety Consequence
Without the zinc phosphate coating, the stud may have a tendency to corrode and degrade over a long period of time. in extreme cases, the corrosion could contribute to loosening between the stud taper and steering knuckle taper or be exposed to some degree of hydrogen embrittlement. either of which may lead to stud failure and subsequent loss of vehicle control.
Corrective Action
Federal-mogul will send replacement parts at no charge to the part owner or installing facilities. where applicable, federal mogul will replace defective assemblies with either oem parts or replacements, which have a coated stud in the assembly.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Federa-mogul Corporation or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 00E005000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00E005000?
NHTSA recall 00E005000 was issued by Federa-mogul Corporation on February 1, 2000. It addresses: Federal-mogul/ball joint assemblies. The recall affects approximately 415 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Federa-mogul Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00E005000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.