NHTSAGeneral Alert
JTEKT - Improperly Tightened Bolts on Power Steering Unit
Published: February 6, 2024Recall ID: 24E008000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
JTEKT is recalling certain Electronic Power Steering Systems. Please see the attached recall report for the affected part numbers. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may be improperly tightened, which can cause the steering gear to lock up and result in a loss of steering control.
Affected Products
Improperly Tightened Bolts on Power Steering Unit
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Improperly Tightened Bolts on Power Steering Unit |
| Nhtsa id | 24E008000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24E008000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | JTEKT |
| Defect summary | JTEKT is recalling certain Electronic Power Steering Systems. Please see the attached recall report for the affected part numbers. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may be improperly tightened, which can cause the steering gear to lock up and result in a loss of steering control. |
| Corrective action | Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The affected vehicle manufacturers will notify owners. Owners may contact JTEKT customer service at 1-423-618-9526. |
| Consequence summary | A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially affected | 423 |
| Report received date | 2024-02-06T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |