Safety Recall NHTSA · 18E048000 Reported June 26, 2018

Ball joint supplied with incorrect attachment nut

Q: What is recall 18E048000?

NHTSA recall 18E048000 was issued by Trw Automotive, Inc. on June 26, 2018. It addresses: Ball joint supplied with incorrect attachment nut. The recall affects approximately 310 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.

Trw Automotive, Inc. · N/A · 310 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18E048000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Trw Automotive, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

310

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

June 26, 2018

Completion Rate

52.90

Defect Summary

Trw automotive inc (trw) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement ball joints, part number jbj343. these ball joints have attachments nuts that are the incorrect size, possibly causing a loss of steering control.

Safety Consequence

A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Trw will notify the known purchasers and owners, and reimburse them for the returned ball joints, free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2018. owners may contact trw customer service at 1-248-863-2437.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Trw Automotive, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 18E048000 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 18E048000

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

What is recall 18E048000?

NHTSA recall 18E048000 was issued by Trw Automotive, Inc. on June 26, 2018. It addresses: Ball joint supplied with incorrect attachment nut. The recall affects approximately 310 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Trw Automotive, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18E048000 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.