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.
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Identifiers in this source record
SHEPARD STEERING GEARSPart: n/aVehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.
Read the vehicles identification guideWhy this notice was issued
A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Official 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.
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Read the full official instructionsProduct & source details
- Product
- SHEPARD STEERING GEARS
- Brand or manufacturer
- SHEPARD
- Source
- NHTSA
- Notice type
- Recall
- Source reference
- 24E010000
- Category
- Vehicles & road safety