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SevereNHTSA·21V861000·Announced 2021-11-05

Isuzu and Chevrolet Trucks Recalled for Steering Knuckle Bolt Issue

Isuzu is recalling 2018-2021 FTR and Chevrolet 6500XD trucks because a steering bolt may loosen, causing difficulty steering and increased crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the steering system that can lead to loss of control and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2021 Isuzu FTR and 2018-2021 Chevrolet 6500XD vehicles. The recall involves approximately 5,700 units where a bolt on the left front steering knuckle may come loose. This defect can result in an increased turning radius and difficulty steering to the left.

An unexpected change in turning radius and difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash. This recall is an expansion of recall 19V-467, and vehicles previously repaired under that recall will need to have the new remedy performed.

Dealers will replace both right and left side stopper bolt jam nuts and clean or replace the extensions, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2022. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ISUZU, CHEVROLET FTR, 6500XD
Brand
ISUZU
Manufacturer
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
5,700

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • FTR
  • 6500XD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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