Autocar. (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Legend, Xpeditor, and Xspotter trucks equipped with Sheppard Steering Gears. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly,which can cause the gear to fracture.
Autocar – Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
| Report Received Date | 07/01/2022 |
| NHTSA ID | 22V475000 |
| Consequence Summary | A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers with inspect and replace the steering gear, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 29, 2022. Owners can contact Autocar's customer service at 765-489-5499. Autocar's number for this recall is ACX-2204 DC-2202. |
| Recall Code | ACX-2204 DC-2202 |
| Potentially Affected | 653 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V475000) |
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