Spicer D-SERIES Steer Axle, E-SERIES Steer Axle: Steering
Recall 17E041000 · Jul 28, 2017 · Dana Driveshaft Manufacturing, LLC
25,300
units affected
25,300
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 17E041000
- Date
- Jul 28, 2017
- Maker
- Dana Driveshaft Manufacturing, LLC
- Units affected
- 25,300
- Kind
- Vehicle equipment
- Component
- Steering > Linkages > Tie rod assembly; Steering
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Crash risk
What is wrong
Dana, Inc., (Dana) is recalling certain 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.
What can happen
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.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Dana will notify the manufacturers of the commercial vehicles that purchased the axles. Those manufacturers will conduct recalls and their dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2017. Owners may contact Dana customer service at 1-877-777-5360.
Vehicles covered
2 models, 2 model years in all
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Spicer | D-Series Steer Axle | Not stated |
| Spicer | E-Series Steer Axle | Not stated |
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Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 17E041000?
2 models: Spicer D-Series Steer Axle (all years), Spicer E-Series Steer Axle (all years), about 25,300 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 17E041000?
Dana will notify the manufacturers of the commercial vehicles that purchased the axles. Those manufacturers will conduct recalls and their dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2017. Owners may contact Dana.
What can happen?
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.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.