Safety Recall NHTSA · 03E060000 Reported November 20, 2003

Goodrich/velvet-ride rear suspension system

Q: What is recall 03E060000?

NHTSA recall 03E060000 was issued by Goodrich Corporation on November 20, 2003. It addresses: Goodrich/velvet-ride rear suspension system. The recall affects approximately 59 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Goodrich Corporation · N/A · 59 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03E060000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Goodrich Corporation

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

November 20, 2003

Defect Summary

Velvet-ride rear suspension system design for use on certain heavy duty vehicles, part no. 06-81-4038 and sold between december 1998 to april 2001. the bolts that connect the suspension spring to the axle may break causing the vehicle to drop suddenly.

Safety Consequence

The axle may become separated from the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control.

Corrective Action

The vehicles will be retro-fitted with an air suspension free of charge. the recall began august 17, 2004. 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 goodrich at 904-757-3660.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Goodrich Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 03E060000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 03E060000

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

What is recall 03E060000?

NHTSA recall 03E060000 was issued by Goodrich Corporation on November 20, 2003. It addresses: Goodrich/velvet-ride rear suspension system. The recall affects approximately 59 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Goodrich Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03E060000 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.