SteeringRecall 12V-587 · 2011 Taylor-Dunn Trident LSV
Taylor-Dunn Manufacturing Company recall 12V-587 covers 15 2011 Taylor-Dunn Trident LSV for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on December 14, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V587000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Taylor-Dunn is recalling certain model year 2011 Trident low speed vehicles manufactured from February 2011 through June 2011. The steering wheel shaft may be insufficiently welded to the U-joint.
The risk
If the weld fails, steering control may be lost while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Taylor-Dunn will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shafts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2013. Owners may contact Taylor-Dunn at 1-714-956-4040.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.