Recall 10V568 affects 1,084 2006-2011 Enc Ez-Rider Ii buses for weak steering drag links. Repair is free at any franchised Enc dealer.
Enc is recalling 1,084 2006-2011 Ez-Rider Ii buses because the steering drag link lacks enough strength for its duty cycle and has suffered fatigue failures at the rear adjustment point. A failed drag link can cause steering failure and loss of control, which increases crash risk; the Enc dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The steering drag link on 2006-2011 Enc Ez-Rider Ii buses is a metal steering linkage that transfers movement from the steering gear to the front axle steering parts. When the driver turns the wheel, the drag link helps move the wheels in the same direction. That link has to hold up to repeated loads every time the bus turns or hits road forces.
On the recalled buses, the drag link is not strong enough for the duty cycle it sees in service. The reported failure point is the rear adjustment point, where the link is set and secured during alignment. Repeated loading can fatigue that area until the link fails, breaking the mechanical path that lets the driver steer the front wheels.
Owners and operators are not given a warning sign in the source record. There is no warning sign before failure, so the dealer repair is the path to correct the defect.
Who's affected?
Spans 6 model years (2006-2011), all tied to the same steering linkage.
| 2011 Enc Ez-Rider Ii | steering linkage |
|---|---|
| 2010 Enc Ez-Rider Ii | steering linkage |
| 2007 Enc Ez-Rider Ii | steering linkage |
| 2006 Enc Ez-Rider Ii | steering linkage |
| 2009 Enc Ez-Rider Ii | steering linkage |
| 2008 Enc Ez-Rider Ii | steering linkage |
| Units affected | 1,084 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A failed drag link can cause steering failure and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Use caution and schedule the dealer inspection soon if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Enc dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2011 Enc Ez-Rider Ii is included in this recall.
- Contact Enc customer service at 937-596-6111 for repair instructions before scheduling work.
- Reference recall number 10V568 when you call so Enc can match the bus to the steering drag-link recall.
- Ask Enc to inspect the steering drag link and replace the weak drag link that can fail at the rear adjustment point.
- Limit driving until the inspection or replacement is complete, since drag-link failure can cause steering failure and loss of control.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Enc technician inspects the steering drag link to confirm whether the defective part is installed. If the defective drag link is found, the technician replaces it with a new drag link. The NHTSA filing says this service is free of charge and that the safety recall began on January 12, 2011. Because the current remedy status is not listed, confirm the repair path with an Enc dealer before planning service. Parts and labor are covered when the recall repair is performed.
Timeline
| November 10, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 12, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V568?
Recall 10V568 covers 1,084 2006-2011 Enc Ez-Rider Ii buses with a steering drag link that lacks enough strength for its duty cycle. The drag link can fatigue at the rear adjustment point. Enc will inspect the drag link and replace the defective part for free.
What should I do if my 2006-2011 Enc Ez-Rider Ii is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 10V568. If it is, contact a franchised Enc dealer or service center to arrange the steering drag link inspection and replacement. Reference recall 10V568 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Enc's remedy says the drag link inspection and replacement are performed free of charge. Ask the dealer or service center to confirm the recall work before authorizing any paid steering repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is steering failure. NHTSA campaign 10V568 says a drag link failure can lead to loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk. Until your VIN is checked and the recall status is clear, treat steering looseness, binding, or unusual handling as a service concern.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V568000 |
|---|---|
| Enc customer service | 937-596-6111 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V568 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V568000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →