Recall 17V534000

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Report Date

20170829

Component

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect 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.

Safety 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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2016	AUTOCAR	XPERT
2016	AUTOCAR	XSPOTTER

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.