Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V655000 Reported August 23, 2021

Steering arm may detach

Q: What is recall 21V655000?

NHTSA recall 21V655000 was issued by Reitnouer, Inc. on August 23, 2021. It addresses: Steering arm may detach. The recall affects approximately 264 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Reitnouer, Inc. · N/A · 264 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

21V655000

Manufacturer Campaign

NHTSA ID 21E019

Manufacturer

Reitnouer, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

264

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 23, 2021

Defect Summary

Reitnouer, inc. (reitnouer) is recalling certain 2017-2019 steer axle trailers equipped with dexter ingersoll smart-steer self-steer axles. the steering arm may detach from the steering knuckle during certain low-speed, high-side loading maneuvers.

Safety Consequence

A detached steering arm may cause a loss of steering control. in addition, attachment hardware may fall and become a road hazard. both of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the steering arm and apply welds, free of charge. owners may contact reitnouer's customer service at 1-610-929-4856.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Reitnouer, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 21V655000 or campaign NHTSA ID 21E019.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 21V655000

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

What is recall 21V655000?

NHTSA recall 21V655000 was issued by Reitnouer, Inc. on August 23, 2021. It addresses: Steering arm may detach. The recall affects approximately 264 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Reitnouer, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V655000 or the manufacturer campaign number NHTSA ID 21E019. 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.