NHTSA Recall 68V118000

NHTSA Campaign Id 68V118000; Date: Nov. 18, 1968

Recalled Vehicles:

1969 Austin Healey American

Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly

Manufactured by: Jaguar Cars

Affected Units:: 5,771

Recall Summary:

How to Fix:

Recall Notes:

Possibility front suspension tie rods improperly heat treated. If condition exists rod could fracture al- lowing front wheel to come in contact with fender well causing braking effect and possibly reducing steering control. (correct by replacing tie rods. )

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 13, 1968

Also see:

All recalls of Austin Healey vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.