2021–2022 Utilimaster Walk-IN Van Recall: Tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that…
NHTSA campaign 21V551000 · Steering · filed Jul 21, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The 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.
The risk
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Utilimaster | Walk-IN Van | 2021, 2022 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V551000 (manufacturer number 21-17). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.