NHTSA Recall 21V551000: Tie rod assembly (steering)
Shyft Group reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 76 vehicles. It affects 2021–2022 Utilimaster Walk-In van.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V551000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21-17 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | July 21, 2021 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Shyft Group is recalling certain 2021-2022 Utilimaster Walk-In vans. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
Safety risk
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) will mail owner letters on behalf of Shyft Group, and DTNA service facilities will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Shyft Group's number for this recall is 21-17.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V551000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.