SteeringRecall 21V-861 · Chevrolet and Isuzu vehicles

Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. recall 21V-861 covers 5,700 Chevrolet and Isuzu vehicles for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on November 5, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q4) shows 67% of affected vehicles repaired.

67%
Vehicles repaired3,808 of 5,700 · 2023 Q4
Vehicles affected5,7002 models
ReportedNov 5, 2021Owners notified Feb 28, 2022
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V861000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Isuzu FTR and 2018-2021 Chevrolet 6500XD vehicles. A bolt on the left front steering knuckle may come loose, resulting in an increased turning radius and difficulty steering to the left.

The risk

An unexpected change in turning radius and difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will replace both right and left side stopper bolt jam nuts and clean or replace the extensions, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2022. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. This recall is an expansion of recall 19V-467. Vehicles previously repaired will need to have the new remedy performed.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

67%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2022 Q12023 Q4
2 models

Vehicles in this recall