Recall 22V602 affects 391 2021-2022 Crane Carrier Lnt and LET2 vehicles because incorrectly assembled steering gears can fracture. Repair will be free once available.
Crane Carrier is recalling 391 2021-2022 Lnt and LET2 vehicles because the steering gears were assembled incorrectly and can fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk, and the Crane Carrier dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on 2021-2022 Crane Carrier Lnt and LET2 vehicles is the heavy-duty steering box that turns driver input at the wheel into movement at the front wheels. Inside the gear, small recirculating balls help the mechanism move smoothly under load, so the driver can steer a loaded vehicle without the gear binding.
On affected vehicles, the steering gear was assembled without all of the recirculating balls in place. Those missing balls leave the internal parts carrying force in the wrong way. As the gear works under normal steering loads, the stressed parts can fracture inside the steering gear.
Before an internal fracture, the driver can feel the steering become strained or unusually hard to turn. There is no sound, dashboard light, or visual warning before the gear reaches that point.
Who's affected?
Covers Lnt and LET2 trucks across the 2021 and 2022 model years, all tied to the steering system.
| 2021 Crane Carrier Lnt | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2021 Crane Carrier LET2 | steering system |
| 2022 Crane Carrier Lnt | steering system |
| 2022 Crane LET2 | steering system |
| Units affected | 391 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 57 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. Before the internal fracture, the steering can feel strained, and there is no audible or visual warning. Schedule inspection promptly and avoid operating the vehicle if steering feels strained. Repair will be free at any franchised Crane Carrier dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Crane Carrier Lnt or LET2 is included in this recall.
- Wait for Crane Carrier's repair notice before scheduling the steering-gear work.
- Contact a franchised Crane Carrier dealer to ask when the free steering-gear inspection and replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 22V602 when you call the dealer or Crane Carrier customer service.
- Avoid driving the vehicle if steering feels abnormal, and ask the dealer about towing if the vehicle needs to be moved for repair.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Crane Carrier technician will inspect the steering gear assembly and replace the steering gears that need replacement. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The remedy is still listed as under development, so do not assume the final repair appointment is open until Crane Carrier or the dealer confirms it. Crane Carrier has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for a steering gear repair tied to this defect, keep the repair invoice and ask Crane Carrier customer service or the service desk how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 8, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 1, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 5, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| September 30, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 3, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 3, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V602?
Recall 22V602 covers 391 2021-2022 Crane Carrier Lnt and LET2 vehicles with steering gears that were assembled incorrectly. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. Crane Carrier dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears, if needed, free of charge.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Crane Carrier Lnt or LET2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V602. If it is, contact a franchised Crane Carrier dealer to schedule the steering-gear inspection. Reference recall number 22V602 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Crane Carrier dealers will inspect the steering gears and replace them, if needed, free of charge.
Is it safe to drive a Crane Carrier vehicle with this recall?
The safety risk is loss of steering control from a fractured steering gear. The recall does not carry a do-not-drive instruction, but the defect affects steering. Check your VIN, then ask a Crane Carrier dealer how to handle the vehicle until the inspection or repair is complete.
When were owners notified about recall 22V602?
Crane Carrier mailed owner notification letters on September 1, 2022. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Lnt or LET2 is included, then call a Crane Carrier dealer with recall number 22V602.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V602000 |
|---|---|
| Crane Carrier customer service | 330-308-6700 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V602 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V602000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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