Steering: column
Risk. A steering wheel separation may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2023 Autocar Legend. It is covered by 20 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-196 the manufacturer reports only 27% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 2, 2025. Updated daily.
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. A steering wheel separation may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Insufficient air volume can reduce brake function, extending the distance required to stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. An incorrect fuse may fail to trip, allowing the blower to short circuit and increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk. An inoperative forward collision warning system that does not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. A detached fastener can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Exhaust fumes can overheat the fuel tank, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk. The wheel end separating from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. During a short circuit, the fusible link may ignite nearby material, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk. A pin failure can allow the hoist to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk. Warning lights that do not illuminate when the ignition switch is in the OFF position can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk…
Risk. A low air pressure warning that does not function properly can result in driving without functioning brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Improperly tightened lug nuts can allow the wheel to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. An improperly secured steering column shaft pinch bolt can cause a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. An improperly secured powertrain driveline can detach from the vehicle and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. An improperly welded steering column shaft can separate and cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A park brake warning light that illuminates incorrectly increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. Loose seat belt mounting fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk. An improperly secured powertrain driveline can detach from the vehicle and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Autocar.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Legend median. How we score
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.