Contamination in steering column clock spring
Defect Summary
American furukawa submitted a defect information report based upon the recall determinations made by toyota (23v-480), ford (23v-847), and chrysler (fca us, llc) (stellantis) (24v-199, 24e-025). certain clock springs installed in steering column control modules may have been contaminated during the manufacturing process, which can cause electrical failure and deactivate the driver's air bag.
Safety Consequence
A deactivated air bag cannot deploy as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Please refer to the respective vehicle manufacturers recalls for remedy information. vehicle owners may contact their respective vehicle manufacturers' customer service phone numbers for each vehicle manufacturer recall.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from American Furukawa Inc. or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 24E040000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24E040000?
NHTSA recall 24E040000 was issued by American Furukawa Inc. on May 29, 2024. It addresses: Contamination in steering column clock spring. The recall affects approximately 85,515 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized American Furukawa Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24E040000 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.