Ssangyong Turismo: Shock Absorber May Fail Causing Front Wheel To Rub On Wheel Arch

SsangYong is recalling approximately 500 Turismo and Rodius vehicles in the UK because the front shock absorbers may crack and fail, which could cause the front wheels to rub against the wheel arch. The remedy is to replace both front shock absorbers on affected vehicles.

Recalling firm
SSANGYONG
Product
Vehicles: SSANGYONG TURISMO, SSANGYONG RODIUS. Units affected: 500
Reason
There is a possibility that the front shock absorbers could fail due to cracking around the lower shock absorber bush. This may cause the wheel/tyre to rub the wheel arch. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace both front shock absorbers.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2017-01-31
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/7647af66-e6f9-4bdf-b31d-ff389f74f2e8