Safety Recall NHTSA · 02E017003 Reported August 16, 2002

Chance coach/arvinmeritor/trw/ball sockets

Chance Coach, Inc. · Steering · 109 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02E017003
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Chance Coach, Inc.
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
109
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
August 16, 2002

Defect Summary

Model 20-edl trw ball socket assemblies incorporated into arvinmeritor aftermarket products. certain trw tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature deterioration of the socket in some applications. this could lead to tie rod end ball separation from the socket.

Safety Consequence

If this condition occurs, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Chance coach will notify its customer and replace the ball socket assemblies free of charge. 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 chance coach 316-779-7700.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chance Coach, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 02E017003 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02E017003

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02E017003?

NHTSA recall 02E017003 was issued by Chance Coach, Inc. on August 16, 2002. It addresses: Chance coach/arvinmeritor/trw/ball sockets. The recall affects approximately 109 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chance Coach, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02E017003 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.