Safety Recall NHTSA · 18E073000 Reported July 30, 2018

Incorrect design of the shock absorber

Q: What is recall 18E073000?

NHTSA recall 18E073000 was issued by Tap Worldwide, Llc on July 30, 2018. It addresses: Incorrect design of the shock absorber. The recall affects approximately 2,222 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.

Tap Worldwide, Llc · Suspension · 2,222 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18E073000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Tap Worldwide, Llc

Component

Suspension

Vehicles Affected

2,222

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

July 30, 2018

Completion Rate

67.38

Defect Summary

Tap worldwide, llc (tap) is recalling certain pro comp aftermarket pro runner monotube shock absorbers, part numbers zx2005 and zx2007. the lower mount/base cup of the shock absorbers may be incorrect.

Safety Consequence

The incorrect lower mount/base cup may result in the shock absorbers not remaining properly secured to the vehicle, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tap will notify owners and provide replacement shock absorbers that have a correct lower mount/base cup, free of charge. the recall began september 28, 2018. owners may contact tap customer service 1-888-376-1417.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Tap Worldwide, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 18E073000 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 18E073000

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

What is recall 18E073000?

NHTSA recall 18E073000 was issued by Tap Worldwide, Llc on July 30, 2018. It addresses: Incorrect design of the shock absorber. The recall affects approximately 2,222 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Tap Worldwide, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18E073000 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.