On certain vehicles, the left-front steering knuckle could crack and/or break. A steering knuckle that breaks while driving could cause a sudden loss of vehicle control.
Safety Risk
A loss of vehicle control could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the left-front steering knuckle. If the batch code stamped on the knuckle is within the affected range, it will be replaced.
On certain motorcycles, the handlebar may not have been properly welded. As a result, the inner and outer sections of the handlebar could separate and cause a loss of steering control.
Safety Risk
A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Harley-Davidson will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to replace the handlebar.
On certain vehicles, a problem with the torque sensor in the electric power steering system (EPS) could cause a loss of power steering assist.
Safety Risk
A loss of power steering assist can cause a sudden increase in steering effort and create the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the lot code on the steering column torque sensor. The steering column assembly will be replaced, as needed.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 VN tractor trailers. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gear to fracture.
Safety Risk
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace steering gears on vehicles. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Truck customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2202.
On a small number of vehicles, the bolt connecting the lower steering column universal joint may not have been properly tightened. If the bolt loosens, you could lose steering control.
Safety Risk
A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and tighten the lower steering column universal joint bolt, as necessary.
On certain vehicles, the steering gear rack bar could bend. If this happens, it may be difficult to steer the vehicle or you could lose steering control.
Safety Risk
A sudden increase in steering effort or a loss of steering could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
FCA Canada will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the steering gear assembly.
On certain vehicles, the power steering pressure line may not be properly connected to the brake booster. As a result, power steering fluid could leak and cause a loss of power steering and power brake assist.
Note: This recall only affects certain E-series incomplete vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels.
Safety Risk
A loss of power brakes can cause a potential sudden increase in brake pedal force and lead to an increase in stopping distance. A loss of power steering assist can cause a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds. Both could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the connection between the power steering pressure line and the Hydroboost unit. The power steering line will be replaced if the connection is not secure.
On certain vehicles, the front subframe could corrode over time. If this happens, suspension or steering parts could eventually detach from it. This could affect steering control.
Safety Risk
A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the front subframe (integral carrier) and replace it, if necessary.
On certain vehicles, the mounting holes for the tie rod ends were not manufactured correctly. As a result, the front tie rods may not fit properly. This could lead to damage during assembly and servicing. Over time, parts that do not fit correctly could separate and cause a loss of steering control.
Safety Risk
A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Subaru will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your car to a dealer to replace the left and right steering knuckles, tie rod ends, and related hardware.
On certain vehicles, a defect in the steering gear assembly could cause it to leak power steering fluid. If this happens, there could be a loss of power steering assist.
Note: For 2007-2020 models, this recall only affects 41 vehicles that had a replacement steering gear installed in 2021.
Safety Risk
A loss of power steering assist may result in a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect, and if necessary, replace power steering gear assembly.
On certain vehicles, the front and rear suspension knuckles may not have been properly heat-treated. As a result, a knuckle could bend or break. If this happens, there can be a sudden alignment change that could lead to a loss of vehicle stability.
Safety Risk
A loss of vehicle stability could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will notify owners by email and advise you to contact Tesla service to arrange for an inspection of the front and rear suspension knuckles. The parts will be replaced, if necessary.
On certain vehicles, the jam nut for the steering stopper bolt on the left-front knuckle may loosen and allow the bolt to back away from the knuckle. This could result in an increase in the turning radius of the vehicle in left turns. A change in turning radius could make it difficult to make sharp turns.
Note: This recall replaces V1902 (Transport Canada recall 2019-306). Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.
Safety Risk
If a vehicle's turning radius is increased, there could be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the jam nuts on the steering stopper bolts with new Spiralock nuts. The bolts and extensions will also be cleaned and/or replaced, as necessary.
On certain vehicles, the power steering control unit may corrode. If this happens, moisture could enter the control unit and cause it to fail. This could cause a loss of power steering assist.
Note: This is an expansion of Mercedes-Benz recall 4694202 (Transport Canada Recall No. 2020-617).
This recall only affects vehicles that were originally sold or ever registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).
Safety Risk
A loss of power steering assist would result in a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low vehicle speeds. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the power steering control unit.
On a small number of vehicles, the screw that secures the steering column to the steering gear may not be properly tightened. If the screw comes loose, the steering column could detach and cause a complete loss of steering control.
Safety Risk
A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash.
Remedy
Porsche will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealer to install a new screw to secure the steering column to the steering gear.
On certain vehicles, one or both of the front tie rods may have be bent during vehicle production. This could cause the steering wheel to be off center and/or cause a vibration while driving. There is also a risk that the tie rod could break, which can cause a partial loss of steering control.
Safety Risk
A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your car to a dealer inspect the left and right-front tie rods. If a tie rod is bent, it will be replaced.
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause a loss of power steering assist at vehicle start up or while driving.
Safety Risk
A loss of power steering assist may result in a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low vehicle speeds. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
General Motors will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a GM dealer. Certain vehicle owners will need to schedule an appointment to have a hardware replacement performed at a GM dealer.
Under certain driving conditions, a fault in the power steering system could cause reduced power assist when the lane following assist (LFA) system is used. This can cause a sudden change in steering feel and an increase in steering effort.
Note: This problem only affects certain models equipped with a 2.5 L T-GDI engine.
Safety Risk
A sudden change in steering effort could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia Canada will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealer to update the motor driven power steering system (MDPS) software.
On certain vehicles, the universal joint connection on the steering shaft could loosen over time. As a result, there could be noise or a change in steering feel. If a driver continues to operate the vehicle, the bearing could separate from the universal joint and cause a loss of steering control.
Safety Risk
A loss of steering could create the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Infiniti will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the lower steering shaft.
On certain trucks, there may be an internal problem with the steering gear. As a result, the steering could suddenly become stiff or lock up while driving.
Safety Risk
A sudden change in steering effort or a loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will contact owners and instruct you not to drive your truck. Ford will ask you to contact a dealer and arrange to have it towed to the dealership for a replacement of the steering gear.
On certain vehicles, the front steering knuckles may not have been properly heat-treated. As a result, a strong impact (such as hitting a curb) could cause a steering knuckle to bend or break. If this happens, the steering wheel may become off-center or there could be a loss of steering control and a wheel could separate.
Safety Risk
A loss of steering control and/or a wheel separation could increase the risk of a crash. A wheel that separates could also hit another person or vehicle.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the production date on the casting stamp of the front steering knuckles. Parts that are affected by this problem will be replaced.
