The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·25V904000·Announced 2025-12-22

TICO Recalls Pro Spotter Tandem Tractors Due to Track Rod Bracket Defect

TICO is recalling 2018-2026 Pro Spotter Tandem tractors because a track rod mounting bracket may crack and break, potentially causing 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 (track rod mounting bracket) that can lead to loss of steering control and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Terminal Investment Corporation (TICO) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Pro Spotter Tandem tractors. The recall addresses a defect in the track rod mounting bracket for the forward rear axle of the tandem axle set, which may crack and break.

If the bracket breaks, it can result in track rod detachment. This detachment can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and replace the track rod mounting bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 22, 2026. Owners may contact TICO customer service at 1-843-536-8139 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
TICO PRO SPOTTER TANDEM
Brand
TICO
Manufacturer
Terminal Investment Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Tractor
Hazard
Affected units
113

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 (1)

  • PRO SPOTTER TANDEM

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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