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NHTSARecalled Aug 29, 2017 · #17V534000

Tie Rod may Loosen

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. 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.

Product details

Product
Tie Rod may Loosen
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Autocar Industries, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice