NHTSA Recall 12V587000
Filed by Taylor-Dunn Manufacturing Company. Component: Steering. Reported 2012-12-14. An estimated 15 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
If the weld fails, steering control may be lost while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
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.safercar.gov.