Federal-mogul/tie rod assemblies/stud separation
Defect Summary
Certain federal-mogul replacement tie rod assemblies manufactured between december 3, 2003, and november 9, 2004, and for use on certain passenger vehicles. the subject tie rods have a pivot socket which can provide insufficient retention of the stud.
Safety Consequence
Some of these parts will exhibit premature wear and can result in stud separation from the assembly, which could result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Federal-mogul will notify its customers and provide a remedy free of charge. the recall began december 20, 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 314-977-0300.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Federa-mogul Corporation or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 04E084000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04E084000?
NHTSA recall 04E084000 was issued by Federa-mogul Corporation on November 26, 2004. It addresses: Federal-mogul/tie rod assemblies/stud separation. The recall affects approximately 95,071 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Federa-mogul Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E084000 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.