Safety Recall NHTSA · 18E070000 Reported July 30, 2018

Axle welds may fail

Tap Worldwide, Llc · Power Train · 230 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18E070000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
230
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
July 30, 2018
Completion Rate
61.76

Defect Summary

Tap worldwide, llc (tap) is recalling certain g2 axle and gear aftermarket axle housings, part number 67-2033tjr. the rosette welds in the center of the axle housings may have insufficient strength, allowing the axle tube to rotate unexpectedly.

Safety Consequence

If the axle tubes rotate, the vehicle's driveshaft may bind resulting in a loss of power and an increased risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tap will notify owners and will replace the axle housings with new housings, free of charge. the recall began october 1, 2018. owners may contact tap customer service at 1-888-376-1417.

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 Tap Worldwide, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 18E070000 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 18E070000

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

What is recall 18E070000?

NHTSA recall 18E070000 was issued by Tap Worldwide, Llc on July 30, 2018. It addresses: Axle welds may fail. The recall affects approximately 230 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Tap Worldwide, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18E070000 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.