The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24E008000·Announced 2024-02-06

JTEKT Recalls Electronic Power Steering Systems Due to Steering Lock Risk

JTEKT is recalling Electronic Power Steering Systems because improperly tightened bolts may cause the steering gear to lock up, resulting in a loss of steering control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering gear lockup) that results in a loss of steering control, which the source states increases the risk of a crash. This aligns with the rubric criterion for 'structural vehicle defect' or 'significant injury/property-damage reports' (implied by crash risk).

Plain-English summary

JTEKT is recalling certain Electronic Power Steering Systems. The recall addresses a defect where the bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may be improperly tightened. This condition can cause the steering gear to lock up, which may result in a loss of steering control.

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not specify the number of affected vehicles, specific vehicle models, or the geographic distribution of the parts.

Dealers will replace the steering gear free of charge. Affected vehicle manufacturers will notify owners. Owners may also contact JTEKT customer service at 1-423-618-9526 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
STEERING recall
Manufacturer
JTEKT
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
423

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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