Tenneco Automotive Monroe Shock absorder/ Strut recall: Poor welding causing foot bracket to break
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- It has been established that the welding on the foot bracket of the shock absorber is not to specification. This can result in the failure/detachment of the foot bracket which could cause loss of control of the vehicle.
- What to do
- Contact a Tenneco Automotive dealer to book the free repair. Recall all affected vehicles to check the shock absorber and if found to be one of the affected unit then replace the unit with a quality assured item.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
It has been established that the welding on the foot bracket of the shock absorber is not to specification. This can result in the failure/detachment of the foot bracket which could cause loss of control of the vehicle.
The fix
Recall all affected vehicles to check the shock absorber and if found to be one of the affected unit then replace the unit with a quality assured item.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Shock absorder/ Strut | 1 Jun 2016 | 10 Jun 2016 | 2 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 1 March 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.