Steering: critical fastenersRecall 21V-269 · Manac vehicles
Manac, Inc. recall 21V-269 covers 11 Manac vehicles for a steering: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on April 20, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q1) shows 9% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V269000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Manac, Inc. (Manac) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Steel Platforms (10450A140), 2019 Transfer Trailer (36453C038), and 2019 Square Dump Trailer (41336B739). The steer arm bolts may break, allowing the steer arm to detach from the steering knuckle.
The risk
A detached steer arm may drag, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Manac will notify owners, and Dexter dealers will weld the steering arm to the knuckle, free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Manac customer service at 1-800-361-7900.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
9%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.