2022–2023 Autocar Legend Recall: Steering column shaft may not have been properly welded
NHTSA campaign 23V416000 · Steering · filed Jun 8, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Autocar, LLC. (Autocar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 DC (Legend) vehicles. The steering column shaft may not have been properly welded.
The risk
An improperly welded steering column shaft can separate and cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column shaft, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by July 25, 2023. Owners may contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611. Autocar's number for this recall is DC-2304.
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
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V416000 (manufacturer number DC-2304). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.