Safety Recall NHTSA · 17E041000 Reported July 28, 2017

Tie rod may loosen

Dana Incorporated · N/A · 25,300 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17E041000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
25,300
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
July 28, 2017
Completion Rate
49.94

Defect Summary

Dana, inc., (dana) is recalling certain spicer d-series and e-series steer axles. the castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Safety Consequence

If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dana will notify the manufacturers of the commercial vehicles that purchased the axles. those manufacturers will conduct recalls and their dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on august 22, 2017. owners may contact dana customer service at 1-877-777-5360.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Dana Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 17E041000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17E041000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17E041000?

NHTSA recall 17E041000 was issued by Dana Incorporated on July 28, 2017. It addresses: Tie rod may loosen. The recall affects approximately 25,300 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Dana Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17E041000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.