2016 Caterpillar Ct660 — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
Published October 13, 2017 · Recall initiated: October 11, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V641000, published October 13, 2017 and initiated October 11, 2017. Recalling firm: Caterpillar, Inc.; 2016 Caterpillar Ct660 — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly.
What's the hazard
Caterpillar Inc. (Caterpillar) is recalling all 2016 Navistar CT660S trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
What to do
Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the castellated nut and tie rod, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 08, 2017. Owners may contact Caterpillar customer service at 1-800-447-4986.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CATERPILLAR
- Model
- CT660
- Manufacturer
- Caterpillar, Inc.
- Lot
- 2016 CATERPILLAR CT660
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Caterpillar Ct660 — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V641000 on October 13, 2017. Reported hazard: Caterpillar Inc. (Caterpillar) is recalling all 2016 Navistar CT660S trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
What should I do if I have this product?
Caterpillar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the castellated nut and tie rod, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 08, 2017. Owners may contact Caterpillar customer service at 1-800-447-4986.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CATERPILLAR. Model: CT660.