Federal mogul chassi prod/ball joint assemblies
Defect Summary
Certain federal mogal chassis products' ball joint assemblies sold as aftermarket equipment under the moog and carquest brands on 1997-1990 honda accord and 1988-1995 honda truck odyssey vehicles. the subject parts have a low hardness allowing the ball joint the potential to wear prematurely.
Safety Consequence
Premature wear of the ball joints could eventually result in a loss of vehicle control thereby increasing the risk of a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective Action
This recall only pertains to aftermarket federal-mogul ball joint assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on honda accord or odyssey vehicles by honda north america. the recall began november 19, 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 federal mogul at 1-877-489-6659.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Federal-mogul Chassis Products or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 04E080000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04E080000?
NHTSA recall 04E080000 was issued by Federal-mogul Chassis Products on October 18, 2004. It addresses: Federal mogul chassi prod/ball joint assemblies. The recall affects approximately 1,171 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Federal-mogul Chassis Products dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E080000 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.