2016 CATERPILLAR CT660 RECALL - #17V641000
RECALL FOR STEERING : LINKAGES : TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Caterpillar Inc. (Caterpillar) is recalling all 2016 Navistar CT660S trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2016 CATERPILLAR CT660 |
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| Manufacturer |
Caterpillar Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
3/25/2015 - 3/31/2015 |
| Recalled on |
10/13/2017 |
| Influenced by |
Caterpillar Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
12/8/2017 |
| # Affected |
4 |
| Recalled for |
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
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| Description |
Caterpillar Inc. (Caterpillar) is recalling all 2016 Navistar CT660S trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen. |
| Consequences |
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the castellated nut and tie rod, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 08, 2017. Owners may contact Caterpillar customer service at 1-800-447-4986. |
| 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.safercar.gov. |
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