2018-2021 Isuzu FTR Steering Wheel Bolt May Loosen Affecting Steering

Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2018-2021

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November 5, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V861000

Steering Wheel Bolt May Loosen Affecting Steering

An unexpected change in turning radius and difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V861

Manufacturer  Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc.

Components  STEERING

Potential Number of Units Affected 5,700

Summary

Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Isuzu FTR and 2018-2021 Chevrolet 6500XD vehicles. A bolt on the left front steering knuckle may come loose, resulting in an increased turning radius and difficulty steering to the left.

Remedy

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 are expected to be mailed December 29, 2021. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. This recall is an expansion of recall 19V-467. Vehicles previously repaired will need to have the new remedy performed.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to  www.nhtsa.gov.

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