Dorman Products, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Dorman Products, Inc. in 2016. See the detail of the recall below.

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November 16, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Clock Spring Cable May Tear

Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain Dorman P/N 525-016, Solutions P/N 665-3499 and OE Solutions P/N 525-016 aftermarket clock spring assemblies manufactured January 18, 2016, to October 11, 2016. The coil harness may not have been centered when it was wound, and, as a result, after the air bag is installed, turning the steering wheel may cause the cable to tear.

NHTSA ID: 16E085000

Component: AIR BAGS

# of Units Affected: 1,056

Consequence Summary:

If the cable tears, the driver's air bag may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Dorman will notify and provide owners with instructions for a diagnostic inspection of the clock spring assemblies. If found defective, Dorman dealers will replace the defective clock spring assembly with a new clock spring, free of charge. The recall began on December 7, 2016. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492 and press 5.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 65.81

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