Safety Recall NHTSA · 10E002000 Reported February 11, 2010

Aftermarket front strut mounts

Ride Control, Llc · N/A · 12,657 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
10E002000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
12,657
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
February 11, 2010

Defect Summary

Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, p/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the affected front strut mounts did not contain a weld joint between the bearing housing and the rate plate.

Safety Consequence

The absence of the weld can allow the strut to come out of its mounting position under certain extreme driving conditions which could cause damage to surrounding vehicle components increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. the safety recall began on march 15, 2010. owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.

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 Ride Control, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 10E002000 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 10E002000

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

What is recall 10E002000?

NHTSA recall 10E002000 was issued by Ride Control, Llc on February 11, 2010. It addresses: Aftermarket front strut mounts. The recall affects approximately 12,657 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ride Control, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10E002000 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.