Recall 23V416 affects 39 2022-2023 Autocar Legend vehicles for an improperly welded steering column shaft. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
Autocar is recalling 39 2022-2023 Legend vehicles under recall 23V416 because the steering column shaft was not properly welded. If the shaft separates, the driver can lose steering control suddenly, increasing crash risk; Autocar dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The steering column shaft on the 2022-2023 Autocar Legend is the metal link that carries your steering input from the steering wheel into the steering gear. When you turn the wheel, this shaft has to rotate cleanly and stay locked together so the rest of the steering system follows your command.
The defect is in the weld on the steering column shaft. Autocar traced the problem to a manufacturing error that left the weld improper on shafts from a suspect parts lot. A weak weld can let the shaft move or separate instead of holding the steering linkage together as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver is not given a listed noise, light, or steering feel change to rely on before the part fails, so the vehicle needs the recall inspection and any needed shaft replacement.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Autocar Legend | steering column |
|---|---|
| 2023 Autocar Legend | steering column |
| Units affected | 39 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022-2023 Autocar Legend truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the steering column shaft separates, the driver can suddenly lose steering control, which increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule service promptly if it is. Repair is free at any franchised Autocar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Autocar Legend is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Autocar dealer to confirm the repair status and schedule the free steering-column-shaft inspection and replacement, if needed.
- Bring the recall notice if Autocar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V416 when you call.
- Keep the vehicle out of service until the dealer confirms the steering column shaft repair is complete.
- Call Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 with questions about Autocar recall DC-2304.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Autocar technician inspects the steering column shaft and replaces it if the weld issue is present. The inspection and any needed shaft replacement are free under the recall. Autocar says all affected vehicles were repaired by July 25, 2023, but used vehicle owners should still confirm their VIN before assuming the repair was completed. If you already paid to fix this steering column shaft condition before the campaign, Autocar's standard reimbursement plan covers documented repair costs. Contact Autocar customer service or ask the dealer service desk how to submit the reimbursement request.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 8, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 25, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 4, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| August 4, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 7, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V416?
Recall 23V416 covers 39 2022-2023 Autocar Legend vehicles with a steering column shaft weld defect. The shaft can separate and cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing crash risk. Autocar dealers inspect and replace the steering column shaft for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Autocar Legend is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V416. If it is, contact a franchised Autocar dealer to confirm the steering column shaft inspection or replacement was completed. Reference recall number 23V416 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Autocar's remedy states that dealers inspect and replace the steering column shaft as needed free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my Autocar Legend before this recall is fixed?
The risk is a sudden loss of steering control if the steering column shaft separates. Autocar reported that all vehicles were repaired by July 25, 2023. If your VIN still shows an open recall, ask the dealer before driving the vehicle.
Who do I call about Autocar recall 23V416?
Call a franchised Autocar dealer and reference recall 23V416 or Autocar recall number DC-2304. You can also contact Autocar customer service at 1-888-218-3611 to confirm recall handling for your specific VIN.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V416000 |
|---|---|
| Autocar customer service | 1-888-218-3611 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V416 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V416000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →