Beck/Arnley Lower Control Arm Assembly Recall
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Federal-Mogul Motorparts LLC (DRiV) is recalling 6,668 Beck/Arnley replacement lower control arm and ball joint assemblies for 2018-2025 Subaru Forester and Crosstrek vehicles due to a potentially loose lower ball joint nut.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on May 11, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Federal-Mogul Motorparts LLC (DRiV) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley replacement lower control arm and ball joint assemblies. The lower ball joint nut may be loose or may not have been tightened properly.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers Beck/Arnley lower control arm and ball joint assemblies for 2018-2025 Subaru Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A total of 6,668 units are affected under NHTSA Campaign Number 26E028000.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the lower control arm and ball joint assembly free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact DRiV customer service at 1-877-489-6659.
Why This Matters
A loose nut may allow the ball joint to separate from the control arm, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign 26E028000 - Tenneco Automotive
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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