Safety Recall NHTSA · 18E017000 Reported March 29, 2018

Front axle spindle may fracture

Q: What is recall 18E017000?

NHTSA recall 18E017000 was issued by Timoney Technology on March 29, 2018. It addresses: Front axle spindle may fracture. The recall affects approximately 146 vehicles , with the defect involving the Suspension 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.

Timoney Technology · Suspension · 146 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18E017000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Timoney Technology

Component

Suspension

Vehicles Affected

146

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

March 29, 2018

Defect Summary

Timoney technology (timoney) is recalling certain mark 1 and gen 2 independent front suspensions (ifs). inconsistent machining may result in fatigue cracks developing over time in the front axle spindles, causing failure of the spindle and the possible separation of a front wheel from the vehicle.

Safety Consequence

If a wheel separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Timoney will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the affected suspensions, and those manufacturers will conduct recalls of their own with their dealers replacing the front axle spindle, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 2018.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Timoney Technology dealer and reference recall ID 18E017000 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 18E017000

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

What is recall 18E017000?

NHTSA recall 18E017000 was issued by Timoney Technology on March 29, 2018. It addresses: Front axle spindle may fracture. The recall affects approximately 146 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Timoney Technology dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18E017000 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.