NHTSA Campaign 17V534000

STEERING

Issued by Autocar Industries, LLC · Reported Aug 29, 2017 · 30 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Autocar Industries, LLC (Autocar Industries) is recalling certain 2016 Xpert, and Xspotter vehicles, equipped with certain Dana Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Consequence

If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Autocar Industries will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2017. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-877-777-5360. Autocar's number for this recall is MDTT-1701.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
AUTOCAR XPERT 2016 30
AUTOCAR XSPOTTER 2016 30

Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V534000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.