Steering: column
- Component
- Steering: column
- Manufacturer
- Autocar, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 39
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-06-08
- Owners notified
- 2023-07-25
Defect description
Autocar, LLC. (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 DC (Legend) vehicles. The steering column shaft may not have been properly welded.
Safety risk
An improperly welded steering column shaft can separate and cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column shaft, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by July 25, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2304.