22E002 – Inadequate Hardness of Ball Joint Housing – MOOG K80521, K80522, NAPA NCP2601633, NCP2601634, ACDelco 45D2344, & 45D2345

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
RECALL NO. 22E002
March 2022
Dear Valued ACDelco Customer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Our supplier, Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC (DRiV), has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain ACDelco-brand lower ball joints identified below that were sold as aftermarket/replacement parts through various ACDelco retailers. DRiV is conducting a voluntary safety recall to address the issue. You are receiving this letter because retailer records indicate that you may have purchased one of these parts.
What Products are Involved?
This recall involves the following products manufactured during the stated production period(s):
ACDelco Part Number
Vehicle Application
Affected Production Range
45D2344 (right)
45D2345 (left)
MY 2004 – 2007 Toyota Sequoia and
MY 2004 – 2006 Toyota Tundra
4/1/2020 through 4/29/2021
The recalled products are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4.
What is the Problem?
The ball joint housing on some of these parts may have inadequate induction hardening, which may lead to accelerated wear and premature failure. Failure of a ball joint while the vehicle is in motion may cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Note: As the ball joint approaches end of durability, the driver may hear noise and notice wandering in the steering. If axial looseness is measured during scheduled maintenance, it will exceed specification.
What should you do?
If you purchased your ACDelco-brand lower ball joint, Part No. 45D2344 or 45D2345, after May 1, 2020, please contact the place of purchase to have your ball joint inspected to determine whether it is covered by this recall. To confirm that your ball joint is covered by this recall, you will be asked to provide a copy of the receipt or invoice that includes the dealer/installer name, location, and date of purchase. If covered, you will receive a replacement lower ball joint free of charge, parts and labor. Remedy parts are currently available. Inspection to confirm coverage should take approximately 0.4 hours; if coverage is confirmed, the repair should take approximately 2.5 hours to perform. Due to scheduling, however, the dealer/installer may require your vehicle for a longer period of time. To facilitate inspection, please provide a copy of the enclosed Inspection Procedure to your dealer/installer during your visit.
If your part has not yet been installed, please return it to your ACDelco dealer for a refund.
If you no longer own the vehicle on which this product has been installed, please forward this notice to the new owner and provide the new owner’s address to DRiV at 877-489-6659 or [email protected].
In accordance with Federal law, any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions or concerns about this recall, you may contact DRiV Customer Service at 877-489-6659 or [email protected]. If you are unable to obtain a remedy without charge within a reasonable time, you may submit a complaint to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are taking this action in the interest of your personal safety and satisfaction with our products.
Sincerely,
ACDelco
Enclosure (Inspection Procedure)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
RECALL NO. 22E002
March 2022
Dear Valued MOOG Customer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC (DRiV) has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain MOOG-brand lower ball joints identified below that were sold as aftermarket/replacement parts through various retailers. DRiV is conducting a voluntary safety recall to address the issue. You are receiving this letter because retailer records indicate that you may have purchased one of these parts.
What Products are Involved?
This recall involves the following products:
MOOG Part Number
Vehicle Application
Affected Production Range
K80521 (right)
K80522 (left)
MY 2004 – 2007 Toyota Sequoia and
MY 2004 – 2006 Toyota Tundra
4/1/2020 through 4/29/2021
The recalled products are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4.
What is the Problem?
The ball joint housing on some of these parts may have inadequate induction hardening, which may lead to accelerated wear and premature failure. Failure of a ball joint while the vehicle is in motion may cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Note: As the ball joint approaches end of durability, the driver may hear noise and notice wandering in the steering. If axial looseness is measured during scheduled maintenance, it will exceed specification.
What should you do?
If you purchased your MOOG brand lower ball joint, Part No. K80521 or K80522, after May 1, 2020, please contact the place of purchase to determine whether it is covered by this recall. To confirm that your ball joint is covered, you will be asked to provide a copy of the receipt or invoice that includes the dealer/installer name, location, and date of purchase. If covered, you will receive a replacement lower ball joint free of charge (parts and labor). Replacement parts are currently available. Inspection to confirm coverage should take approximately 0.4 hours; if coverage is confirmed, the repair should take approximately 2.5 hours per ball joint to perform. Due to scheduling, however, the dealer/installer may require your vehicle for a longer period of time. To facilitate inspection, please provide a copy of the enclosed Inspection Procedure to your dealer/installer during your visit.
If your part has not yet been installed, please return it to your MOOG dealer for a refund.
If you no longer own the vehicle on which this product has been installed, please forward this notice to the new owner and provide the new owner’s address to DRiV at 877-489-6659 or [email protected].
In accordance with Federal law, any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.
Questions or Concerns?
For the most efficient service, your distributor has been instructed how to manage the return of these parts. As such, they should be your first point of contact related to this recall. If you do not obtain the service required, you may contact MOOG Customer Service at 877-489-6659 or [email protected]. If you are unable to obtain a remedy without charge within a reasonable time, you may submit a complaint to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are taking this action in the interest of your personal safety and satisfaction with our products.
Sincerely,
Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC
Enclosure (Inspection Procedure)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
RECALL NO. 22E002
March 2022
Dear Valued Customer:
We are writing to inform you that Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC (DRiV) is conducting a voluntary safety recall of certain ACDelco brand lower ball joints, Part No. 45D2344 (right) and 45D2345 (left). Our records indicate that recalled products were shipped to you.
What Products are Involved?
This recall involves the following products manufactured during the stated production period:
ACDelco Part Number
Vehicle Application
Affected Production Range
45D2344 (right)
45D2345 (left)
MY 2004 – 2007 Toyota Sequoia and
MY 2004 – 2006 Toyota Tundra
4/1/2020 through 4/29/2021
DRiV previously requested return of your inventory of these part numbers per the enclosed “Product Notice.”
What is the Problem?
The ball joint housing on some of these parts may have inadequate induction hardening, which may lead to accelerated wear and premature failure. Failure of a ball joint while the vehicle is in motion may cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Note: As the ball joint approaches end of durability, the driver may hear noise and notice wandering in the steering. If axial looseness is measured during scheduled maintenance, it will exceed specification.
What should you do?
(a) Product Remaining in Your Inventory: If any Part No. 45D2344 and 45D2345 remain in your inventory, you should return them to DRiV per the attached “Product Notice” for credit. Note: It is a violation of federal law to sell the recalled products.
(b) Products You Sold to Other Resellers: If you sold the recalled ball joints to reselling customers, you must forward a copy of this letter and enclosed “Owner Letter” to them within five (5) business days of receipt. Recalled products should be returned to you, as the original point of purchase, for a refund.
(c) Products You Installed or Sold to Consumers: You must immediately check your sale records to identify any consumers to whom you sold Part No. 45D2344 and 45D2345 after May 1, 2021 and send them a copy of the enclosed NHTSA-approved Owner Letter. Alternatively, you can email your customers’ contact information to DRiV at [email protected] and we will contact them directly. When contacted by the consumer, please do the following: (1) Confirm that the product is covered by the recall per the enclosed “Inspection Procedure”; (2) If covered, the ball joint should be replaced at no cost to the customer (parts and labor); and (3) Submit a claim under the DRiV warranty claims process. (We will reimburse 0.4 hours labor for inspection and 2.5 hours labor per replacement ball joint.)
If you have any questions, please contact DRiV Customer Service at 877-489-6659 or [email protected]. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are taking this action in the interest of our customers’ personal safety and satisfaction with our products.
Sincerely,
Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC
Enclosures (Product Notice; Owner Letter; Inspection Procedure)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
RECALL NO. 22E002
March 2022
Dear Valued Customer:
We are writing to inform you that Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC (DRiV) is conducting a voluntary safety recall of certain NAPA brand lower ball joints, Part No. NCP2601633 (right) and NCP2601634 (left). Our records indicate that recalled products were shipped to you.
What Products are Involved?
This recall involves the following products manufactured during the stated production period:
NAPA Part Number
Vehicle Application
Affected Production Range
NCP2601633 (right)
NCP2601634 (left)
MY 2004 – 2007 Toyota Sequoia
MY 2004 – 2006 Toyota Tundra
4/1/2020 through 4/29/2021
DRiV previously requested return of your inventory of these part numbers per the enclosed “Product Notice.”
What is the Problem?
The ball joint housing on some of these parts may have inadequate induction hardening, which may lead to accelerated wear and premature failure. Failure of a ball joint while the vehicle is in motion may cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Note: As the ball joint approaches end of durability, the driver may hear noise and notice wandering in the steering. If axial looseness is measured during scheduled maintenance, it will exceed specification.
What should you do?
(a) Product Remaining in Your Inventory: If any Part No. NCP2601633 or NCP2601634 remain in your inventory, you should return them to DRiV per the attached “Product Notice” for credit. Replacement parts are currently under development. When available, replacement parts will have new part numbers. Note: It is a violation of federal law to sell the recalled products.
(b) Products You Sold to Other Resellers: If you sold the recalled ball joints to reselling customers, you must forward a copy of this letter and enclosed “Owner Letter” to them within five (5) business days of receipt. Recalled products should be returned to you, as the original point of purchase, for a refund or to receive a replacement ball joint.
(c) Products You Installed or Sold to Consumers: You must immediately check your sale records to identify any consumers to whom you sold Part No NCP2601633 or NCP2601634 after May 1, 2021, and send them a copy of the enclosed NHTSA-approved Owner Letter. Alternatively, you can email your customers’ contact information to DRiV at [email protected] and we will contact them directly. When contacted by the consumer, please do the following: (1) Confirm that the product is covered by the recall per the enclosed “Inspection Procedure”; (2) If covered, the ball joint should be replaced at no cost to the customer (parts and labor); and (3) Submit a claim under the DRiV warranty claims process. (We will reimburse 0.4 hours labor for inspection and 2.5 hours labor per replacement ball joint.)
If you have any questions, please contact DRiV Customer Service at 877-489-6659 or [email protected]. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are taking this action in the interest of our customers’ personal safety and satisfaction with our products.
Sincerely,
Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC
Enclosures (Product Notice; Owner Letter; Inspection Procedure)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
RECALL NO. 22E002
March 2022
Dear Valued MOOG Distributor/Dealer:
We are writing to inform you that Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC (DRiV) is conducting a voluntary safety recall of certain MOOG brand lower ball joints, Part No. K80521 (right) and K80522 (left). Our records indicate that recalled products were shipped to you.
What Products are Involved?
This recall involves the following products manufactured during the stated production period:
MOOG Part Number
Vehicle Application
Affected Production Range
K80521 (right)
K80522 (left)
MY 2004 – 2007 Toyota Sequoia and
MY 2004 – 2006 Toyota Tundra
4/1/2020 through 4/29/2021
DRiV previously requested return of your inventory of these part numbers per the enclosed “Product Notice.”
What is the Problem?
The ball joint housing in some of these parts may have inadequate induction hardening, which may lead to accelerated wear and premature failure. Failure of a ball joint while the vehicle is in motion may cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Note: As the ball joint approaches end of durability, the driver may hear noise and notice wandering in the steering. If axial looseness is measured during scheduled maintenance, it will exceed specification.
What should you do?
(a) Product Remaining in Your Inventory: If any Part No. K80521 or K80522 remain in your inventory, you should return them to DRiV per the attached “Product Notice” for credit. Replacement parts are currently under development. When available, replacement parts will have new part numbers. Note: It is a violation of federal law to sell the recalled products.
(b) Products You Sold to Other Resellers: If you sold the recalled ball joints to reselling customers, you must forward a copy of this letter and enclosed “Owner Letter” to them within five (5) business days of receipt. Recalled products should be returned to you, as the original point of purchase, for a refund or to receive a replacement ball joint..
(c) Products You Installed or Sold to Consumers: You must immediately check your sale records to identify any consumers to whom you sold Part No. K80521 or K80522 after May 1, 2021 and send them a copy of the enclosed NHTSA-approved Owner Letter. Alternatively, you can email your customers’ contact information to DRiV at [email protected] and we will contact them directly. When contacted by the consumer, please do the following: (1) Confirm that the product is covered by the recall per the enclosed “Inspection Procedure”; (2) If covered, the ball joint should be replaced at no cost to the customer (parts and labor); and (3) Submit a claim under the DRiV warranty claims process. (We will reimburse 0.4 hours labor for inspection and 2.5 hours labor per replacement ball joint.)
If you have any questions, please contact DRiV Customer Service at 877-489-6659 or [email protected]. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are taking this action in the interest of our customers’ personal safety and satisfaction with our products.
Sincerely,
Federal Mogul Motorparts LLC
Enclosures (Product Notice; Owner Letter; Inspection Procedure)

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Tenneco Automotive
Submission Date : FEB 11, 2022
NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-002
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Tenneco Automotive
Address : 500 North Field Drive
Lake Forest IL 60045
Company phone : 847-482-5003
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 15,200
Estimated percentage with defect : 12 %
Equipment Information :
Brand / Trade 1 : MOOG
Model : K80521
Part No. : K80521
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : MOOG Part No. K80521 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for aftermarket
installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006 Toyota Tundra
vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 6,837 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 2
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 2 : MOOG
Model : K80522
Part No. : K80522
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : MOOG Part No. K80522 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for aftermarket
installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006 Toyota Tundra
vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 6,540 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Brand / Trade 3 : NAPA
Model : NCP2601633
Part No. : NCP2601633
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : NAPA Part No. NCP2601633 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 721 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 3
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 4 : NAPA
Model : NCP2601634
Part No. : NCP2601634
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : NAPA Part No. NCP2601634 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 689 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Brand / Trade 5 : ACDelco
Model : 45D2344
Part No. : 45D2344
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : ACDelco Part No. 45D2344 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 211 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 6 : ACDelco
Model : 45D2345
Part No. : 45D2345
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : ACDelco Part No. 45D2344 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range.
This recall involves an estimated 202 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : On some of these parts, the ball joint housing may have inadequate induction
hardening, which may lead to accelerated wear and premature failure.
FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Failure of a ball joint while the vehicle is in motion may cause loss of vehicle
control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Description of the Cause : DRiV’s analysis to date indicates that the condition resulted from inadequate
induction heat treat process by the supplier.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
As the ball joint approaches end of durability, the driver may hear noise and
notice wandering in the steering. If axial looseness is measured during
scheduled maintenance, it will exceed specification.
Involved Components :
Component Name : NR
Component Description : NR
Component Part Number : NR
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : Senkei Industry Co., Ltd.
Address : 305 Takano ROTTP SJO
Shiga Foreign States 5203045
Country : Japan
Chronology :
July 27, 2021: DRiV’s labor claim team received a report of a field failure of a lower ball joint. No accident or
injury was reported.
August 2, 2021 – September 2, 2021: DRiV analyzed the returned (failed) part and three additional parts (one
used part from the field and two new parts from inventory), including internal laboratory tests for stud surface
hardness, core hardness and case depth; and for housing surface hardness, core hardness and case depth. DRiV
shared the test results with the supplier and tried to engage the supplier to jointly investigate the issue. Parts
were placed on internal quality hold on September 2.
September 2 – November 30, 2021: Supplier and DRiV undertook parallel investigations. DRiV’s investigation
included third-party laboratory testing of 40 samples from various lot codes, focusing on housing surface
hardness, core hardness and case depth. A Product Notice was issued to customers (11/22/2021), a copy of
which was submitted to NHTSA in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5. Supplier tested additional samples with
conflicting results.
December 2, 2021 – December 31, 2021: DRiV undertook additional testing, using three independent labs, of
240 sample parts from various production codes. These tests indicated that some parts manufactured during
the production date range identified herein had inadequate induction hardening (although the supplier does
not agree with these findings). The issue was escalated to DRiV’s Global Warranty Committee.
January 9, 2022: The Global Warranty Committee approved this safety recall.
There are no reports of accidents or injuries related to this condition.
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : DRiV has request the return of unsold parts from dealer/distributor
inventory for credit. DRiV will work with dealers/distributors in an effort
to identify and notify owners who purchased the recalled parts. Owners
will be advised to return their vehicle to their service location to have the
part inspected and, if necessary, replaced with a remedy part free of
charge. Remedy parts are currently available at DRiV’s distribution center.
Pursuant to 49 CFR 577.11(e), DRiV requests that it be exempt from
providing notification of a reimbursement plan. Any pre-notification
product failure would have been replaced under the manufacturer’s
limited warranty. Accordingly, no person would be eligible for
reimbursement pursuant to 49 CFR 573.13.
How Remedy Component Differs
from Recalled Component :
This recall covers parts with a supplier lot code of J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4 stamped on the cover plate in the following part
numbers: MOOG Part # K80521 and K80522, NAPA Part # 2601633 and
2601634, and ACDelco Part #45D2344 and 45D2345.
The remedy parts are manufactured by a new supplier and are visually
distinguishable from the recalled parts (i.e., different color housing,
different supplier markings and date codes).
MOOG and NAPA remedy parts will have new part numbers as follows:
MOOG K500434 and K500435 NAPA 2601956 and 2601957.
The ACDelco part has been discontinued. Remedy parts will be supplied
from DRiV’s bulk inventory.
Identify How/When Recall Condition
was Corrected in Production :
The supplier of the recalled product stopped producing parts for DRiV on
April 29, 2021. Parts sourced by DRiV after April 29, 2021 were from a
different manufacturer. The first production for DRiV from the different
manufacturer was August 31, 2021.
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : DRiV will notify purchasers of this recall as follows: (1) DRiV will notify
owners who purchased the product directly from DRiV using purchasing
records available to the company per the “Planned Owner Notification”
schedule; (2) DRiV will notify dealers and distributors per the “Planned
Dealer Notification” schedule; and (3) DRiV will work with dealers and
distributors to identify and notify other affected owners, the timing of
which will be dependent upon receipt of owner contact information.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : FEB 21, 2022 – FEB 25, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 07, 2022 – MAR 11, 2022
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or
installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : Not Applicable
Address : NR
00
Country : NR
Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Tenneco Automotive
Submission Date : MAR 09, 2022
NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-002
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Tenneco Automotive
Address : 500 North Field Drive
Lake Forest IL 60045
Company phone : 847-482-5003
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 15,200
Estimated percentage with defect : 12 %
Equipment Information :
Brand / Trade 1 : MOOG
Model : K80521
Part No. : K80521
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : MOOG Part No. K80521 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for aftermarket
installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006 Toyota Tundra
vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 6,837 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 2
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 2 : MOOG
Model : K80522
Part No. : K80522
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : MOOG Part No. K80522 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for aftermarket
installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006 Toyota Tundra
vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 6,540 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Brand / Trade 3 : ACDelco
Model : 45D2345
Part No. : 45D2345
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : ACDelco Part No. 45D2344 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range.
This recall involves an estimated 202 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 3
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 4 : NAPA
Model : NCP2601634
Part No. : NCP2601634
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : NAPA Part No. NCP2601634 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 689 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Brand / Trade 5 : ACDelco
Model : 45D2344
Part No. : 45D2344
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : ACDelco Part No. 45D2344 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 211 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 4
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 6 : NAPA
Model : NCP2601633
Part No. : NCP2601633
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : NAPA Part No. NCP2601633 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 721 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : APR 01, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : On some of these parts, the ball joint housing may have inadequate induction
hardening, which may lead to accelerated wear and premature failure.
FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Failure of a ball joint while the vehicle is in motion may cause loss of vehicle
control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Description of the Cause : DRiV’s analysis to date indicates that the condition resulted from inadequate
induction heat treat process by the supplier.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
As the ball joint approaches end of durability, the driver may hear noise and
notice wandering in the steering. If axial looseness is measured during
scheduled maintenance, it will exceed specification.
Involved Components :
Component Name : NR
Component Description : NR
Component Part Number : NR
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 5
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : Senkei Industry Co., Ltd.
Address : 305 Takano ROTTP SJO
Shiga Foreign States 5203045
Country : Japan
Chronology :
July 27, 2021: DRiV’s labor claim team received a report of a field failure of a lower ball joint. No accident or
injury was reported.
August 2, 2021 – September 2, 2021: DRiV analyzed the returned (failed) part and three additional parts (one
used part from the field and two new parts from inventory), including internal laboratory tests for stud surface
hardness, core hardness and case depth; and for housing surface hardness, core hardness and case depth. DRiV
shared the test results with the supplier and tried to engage the supplier to jointly investigate the issue. Parts
were placed on internal quality hold on September 2.
September 2 – November 30, 2021: Supplier and DRiV undertook parallel investigations. DRiV’s investigation
included third-party laboratory testing of 40 samples from various lot codes, focusing on housing surface
hardness, core hardness and case depth. A Product Notice was issued to customers (11/22/2021), a copy of
which was submitted to NHTSA in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5. Supplier tested additional samples with
conflicting results.
December 2, 2021 – December 31, 2021: DRiV undertook additional testing, using three independent labs, of
240 sample parts from various production codes. These tests indicated that some parts manufactured during
the production date range identified herein had inadequate induction hardening (although the supplier does
not agree with these findings). The issue was escalated to DRiV’s Global Warranty Committee.
January 9, 2022: The Global Warranty Committee approved this safety recall.
There are no reports of accidents or injuries related to this condition.
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 6
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : DRiV has request the return of unsold parts from dealer/distributor
inventory for credit. DRiV will work with dealers/distributors in an effort
to identify and notify owners who purchased the recalled parts. Owners
will be advised to return their vehicle to their service location to have the
part inspected and, if necessary, replaced with a remedy part free of
charge. Remedy parts are currently available at DRiV’s distribution center.
Pursuant to 49 CFR 577.11(e), DRiV requests that it be exempt from
providing notification of a reimbursement plan. Any pre-notification
product failure would have been replaced under the manufacturer’s
limited warranty. Accordingly, no person would be eligible for
reimbursement pursuant to 49 CFR 573.13.
How Remedy Component Differs
from Recalled Component :
This recall covers parts with a supplier lot code of J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J9, JX, JZ,
K1, K2, K3 or K4 stamped on the cover plate in the following part
numbers: MOOG Part # K80521 and K80522, NAPA Part # 2601633 and
2601634, and ACDelco Part #45D2344 and 45D2345.
The remedy parts are manufactured by a new supplier and are visually
distinguishable from the recalled parts (i.e., different color housing,
different supplier markings and date codes).
MOOG and NAPA remedy parts will have new part numbers as follows:
MOOG K500434 and K500435 NAPA 2601956 and 2601957.
The ACDelco part has been discontinued. Remedy parts will be supplied
from DRiV’s bulk inventory.
Identify How/When Recall Condition
was Corrected in Production :
The supplier of the recalled product stopped producing parts for DRiV on
April 29, 2021. Parts sourced by DRiV after April 29, 2021 were from a
different manufacturer. The first production for DRiV from the different
manufacturer was August 31, 2021.
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : DRiV will notify purchasers of this recall as follows: (1) DRiV will notify
owners who purchased the product directly from DRiV using purchasing
records available to the company per the “Planned Owner Notification”
schedule; (2) DRiV will notify dealers and distributors per the “Planned
Dealer Notification” schedule; and (3) DRiV will work with dealers and
distributors to identify and notify other affected owners, the timing of
which will be dependent upon receipt of owner contact information.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 11, 2022 – MAR 15, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 11, 2022 – MAR 15, 2022
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 7
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or
installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : Not Applicable
Address : NR
00
Country : NR
Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Tenneco Automotive
Submission Date : JAN 14, 2022
NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-002
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Tenneco Automotive
Address : 500 North Field Drive
Lake Forest IL 60045
Company phone : 847-482-5003
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 6,478
Estimated percentage with defect : 12 %
Equipment Information :
Brand / Trade 1 : MOOG
Model : K80521
Part No. : K80521
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : MOOG Part No. K80521 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for aftermarket
installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006 Toyota Tundra
vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 3,181 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : DEC 03, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 2
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 2 : MOOG
Model : K80522
Part No. : K80522
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : MOOG Part No. K80522 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for aftermarket
installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006 Toyota Tundra
vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 2,609 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : DEC 03, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Brand / Trade 3 : NAPA
Model : NCP2601633
Part No. : NCP2601633
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : NAPA Part No. NCP2601633 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 282 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : DEC 03, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 3
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 4 : NAPA
Model : NCP2601634
Part No. : NCP2601634
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : NAPA Part No. NCP2601634 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 231 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : DEC 03, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Brand / Trade 5 : ACDelco
Model : 45D2344
Part No. : 45D2344
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : ACDelco Part No. 45D2344 is a right-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range. The recall population was determined based upon production records and
sample testing.
This recall involves an estimated 96 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : DEC 03, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 4
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 6 : ACDelco
Model : 45D2345
Part No. : 45D2345
Size : NR
Function : Ball Joint
Descriptive Information : ACDelco Part No. 45D2344 is a left-hand lower ball joint intended for
aftermarket installation on MY 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and MY2004-2006
Toyota Tundra vehicles.
This recall covers all parts produced by the supplier during the stated production
range.
This recall involves an estimated 79 parts of this model/part number.
Affected parts are marked with the following Lot Codes: JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4.
Production Dates : DEC 03, 2020 – APR 29, 2021
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : On some of these parts, the ball joint housing may have inadequate induction
hardening, which may lead to accelerated wear and premature failure.
FMVSS 1 : NR
FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Failure of a ball joint while the vehicle is in motion may cause loss of vehicle
control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Description of the Cause : DRiV’s analysis to date indicates that the condition resulted from inadequate
induction heat treat process by the supplier.
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
As the ball joint approaches end of durability, the driver may hear noise and
notice wandering in the steering. If axial looseness is measured during
scheduled maintenance, it will exceed specification.
Involved Components :
Component Name : NR
Component Description : NR
Component Part Number : NR
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 5
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : Senkei Industry Co., Ltd.
Address : 305 Takano ROTTP SJO
Shiga Foreign States 5203045
Country : Japan
Chronology :
July 27, 2021: DRiV’s labor claim team received a report of a field failure of a lower ball joint. No accident or
injury was reported.
August 2, 2021 – September 2, 2021: DRiV analyzed the returned (failed) part and three additional parts (one
used part from the field and two new parts from inventory), including internal laboratory tests for stud surface
hardness, core hardness and case depth; and for housing surface hardness, core hardness and case depth. DRiV
shared the test results with the supplier and tried to engage the supplier to jointly investigate the issue. Parts
were placed on internal quality hold on September 2.
September 2 – November 30, 2021: Supplier and DRiV undertook parallel investigations. DRiV’s investigation
included third-party laboratory testing of 40 samples from various lot codes, focusing on housing surface
hardness, core hardness and case depth. A Product Notice was issued to customers (11/22/2021), a copy of
which was submitted to NHTSA in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5. Supplier tested additional samples with
conflicting results.
December 2, 2021 – December 31, 2021: DRiV undertook additional testing, using three independent labs, of
240 sample parts from various production codes. These tests indicated that some parts manufactured during
the production date range identified herein had inadequate induction hardening (although the supplier does
not agree with these findings). The issue was escalated to DRiV’s Global Warranty Committee.
January 9, 2022: The Global Warranty Committee approved this safety recall.
There are no reports of accidents or injuries related to this condition.
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 6
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : DRiV has request the return of unsold parts from dealer/distributor
inventory for credit. DRiV will work with dealers/distributors in an effort
to identify and notify owners who purchased the recalled parts. Owners
will be advised to return their vehicle to their service location to have the
part inspected and, if necessary, replaced with a remedy part free of
charge. Remedy parts are currently available at DRiV’s distribution center.
Pursuant to 49 CFR 577.11(e), DRiV requests that it be exempt from
providing notification of a reimbursement plan. Any pre-notification
product failure would have been replaced under the manufacturer’s
limited warranty. Accordingly, no person would be eligible for
reimbursement pursuant to 49 CFR 573.13.
How Remedy Component Differs
from Recalled Component :
This recall covers parts with a supplier lot code of JZ, K1, K2, K3 or K4
stamped on the cover plate in the following part numbers: MOOG Part #
K80521 and K80522, NAPA Part # 2601633 and 2601634, and ACDelco
Part #45D2344 and 45D2345.
The remedy parts are manufactured by a new supplier and are visually
distinguishable from the recalled parts (i.e., different color housing,
different supplier markings and date codes).
MOOG and NAPA remedy parts will have new part numbers as follows:
MOOG K500434 and K500435 NAPA 2601956 and 2601957.
The ACDelco part has been discontinued. Remedy parts will be supplied
from DRiV’s bulk inventory.
Identify How/When Recall Condition
was Corrected in Production :
The supplier of the recalled product stopped producing parts for DRiV on
April 29, 2021. Parts sourced by DRiV after April 29, 2021 were from a
different manufacturer. The first production for DRiV from the different
manufacturer was August 31, 2021.
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : DRiV will notify purchasers of this recall as follows: (1) DRiV will notify
owners who purchased the product directly from DRiV using purchasing
records available to the company per the “Planned Owner Notification”
schedule; (2) DRiV will notify dealers and distributors per the “Planned
Dealer Notification” schedule; and (3) DRiV will work with dealers and
distributors to identify and notify other affected owners, the timing of
which will be dependent upon receipt of owner contact information.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : FEB 14, 2022 – FEB 18, 2022
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 07, 2022 – MAR 11, 2022
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-002 Page 7
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or
installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : Not Applicable
Address : NR
00
Country : NR
Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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