Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
CATERPILLAR
Model Of Vehicle
CT660
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
17V641000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Caterpillar Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20150325
End Of Manufacture
20150331
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4
Date Owners Notified
20171208
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20171011