The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24E010000·Announced 2024-02-09

R.H. Sheppard Recalls Steering Gears Due to Fracture Risk

R.H. Sheppard is recalling steering gears where the sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, potentially causing cracks or fractures that lead to 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 fracture) that can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

R.H. Sheppard Co., Inc. is recalling certain steering gears manufactured by the company. The recall involves steering gear sector shafts that may have been improperly heat-treated. This defect can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.

A fractured steering gear shaft can result in a loss of steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not specify the number of affected vehicles or the specific vehicle models involved, directing readers to the recall report for a complete list of affected models and part numbers.

R.H. Sheppard will work with vehicle manufacturers to replace the affected 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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR recall
Manufacturer
R.H. Sheppard Co., Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
456

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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