Steering falling off? Has this been covered?

[Dokatd]

Thank you dokatd. Great explanation.
I’ve been trying to work out if it’s because I’ve done something wrong (hit something) or if something in the tie rod end has just failed. Either way, it seems like a design fault that should be of concern for IA.

You absolutely should make sure you get a new tie rod and joint under warranty. Probably should shoot for new steering stabilizer too.

You shouldn't get any pushback on this from Ineos.

 

[HT]

Update: @Dokatd - mate, looks like you were spot on.
The threads between the tie rod and tie rod end, had been worn down over a long period of time. Likely caused by a loose lock nut. See self-explanatory video and photos.
Maybe something for the wise to watch out for.

 

[AWo]

Loose lock nut removes the tension and gives play until the threads were gone?

AWo

 

[Dokatd]

Loose lock nut removes the tension and gives play until the threads were gone?

AWo

Yep, was bound to happen at some point. Most OEM's use clamp locks here. Jam nuts are super unreliable as is, but add in Ineos neglecting to tighten and you get total failure.

This highlights Ineos severe lack of vehicle building experience.