NHTSASTEERING
R.H. Sheppard Co., Inc. - Steering Gear Shaft May Fracture
Published: February 9, 2024Recall ID: 24E010000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
R.H. Sheppard Co., Inc. (R.H. Sheppard) is recalling certain steering gears. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and part numbers. The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.
Affected Products
Steering Gear Shaft May Fracture
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Steering Gear Shaft May Fracture |
| Nhtsa id | 24E010000 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24E010000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | R.H. Sheppard Co., Inc. |
| Defect summary | R.H. Sheppard Co., Inc. (R.H. Sheppard) is recalling certain steering gears. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and part numbers. The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture. |
| Corrective action | R.H. Sheppard will work with the vehicle manufacturers to replace the steering gears, free of charge. Affected vehicle manufacturers are expected to be notified in February 2024. Owners may contact R.H. Sheppard customer service at 1-717-637-3751. |
| Consequence summary | A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially affected | 456 |
| Report received date | 2024-02-09T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |