Recall 25V342 covers 34 2024-2025 Battle Motors LET2 trucks with loose steering wheel retaining nuts. Do not drive. Franchised dealer repair is free.
A loose or detached steering wheel can cause loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips. If the steering wheel feels loose, stop using it and arrange repair or towing through the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Battle Motors dealer.
Battle Motors is recalling 34 2024-2025 LET2 trucks under recall 25V342 because an improperly tightened steering wheel retaining nut can let the wheel loosen or detach from the steering shaft. A loose or detached steering wheel can cause loss of control and increase crash risk. Do not drive the truck until a Battle Motors dealer completes the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The steering wheel retaining nut in the 2024-2025 Battle Motors LET2 truck is the fastener that holds the steering wheel tight to the steering shaft. When it is tightened to specification, the wheel stays locked to the shaft as the driver turns, steers, and corrects the truck's path. That connection has to stay firm because every steering input starts at the wheel.
On affected trucks, the steering wheel was assembled away from its normal station during a turn signal switch part shortage. That process deviation left some retaining nuts without proper torque. With use, a loose nut can let the steering wheel move on the shaft, loosen further, and detach from the steering shaft.
The warning sign is a steering wheel that feels loose during operation. If the wheel has play, shifts in your hands, or no longer feels firmly attached, treat that as the warning sign and have the truck inspected under recall 25V342.
Who's affected?
The same steering wheel retaining nut is tied to both component labels: steering wheel and steering system.
| 2024 Battle Motors LET2 | steering wheel |
|---|---|
| 2025 Battle Motors LET2 | steering wheel |
| 2025 Battle Motors LET2 | steering system |
| 2024 Battle Motors LET2 | steering system |
| Units affected | 34 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose or detached steering wheel can cause loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips. If the steering wheel feels loose, stop using it and arrange repair or towing through the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Battle Motors dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2025 Battle Motors LET2 is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the truck until the steering-wheel retaining-nut inspection and tightening are complete.
- Arrange a tow if the truck has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Battle Motors dealer to schedule the free inspection and tightening that fixes the loose steering wheel retaining nut.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 25V342 when you call Battle Motors customer service at 1-877-546-2537.
What happens at the repair
Do not drive the vehicle until the repair is complete. At the dealer, a Battle Motors technician inspects the steering wheel retaining nut and tightens it if needed so the steering wheel stays secured to the steering shaft. The inspection and labor are free under the recall. If you've already paid for a related steering wheel retaining nut repair before the recall notice, the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk or contact Battle Motors customer service for claim instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 2, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 9, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| June 9, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 13, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 16, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 25, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V342?
Recall 25V342 covers 34 2024-2025 Battle Motors LET2 trucks with a steering wheel retaining nut that was not tightened correctly. The steering wheel can loosen or detach from the steering shaft, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2024-2025 Battle Motors LET2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V342. If it is, do not drive the truck until a franchised Battle Motors dealer inspects and tightens the steering wheel retaining nut as needed. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost. Battle Motors dealers will inspect the steering wheel retaining nut and tighten it as necessary, free of charge.
What does 'do not drive' mean for recall 25V342?
Do not drive the truck until the recall repair is complete. The steering wheel retaining nut can let the steering wheel loosen or detach, causing loss of control. If the truck needs to move, ask a Battle Motors dealer about the safest transport option.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 25V342?
Battle Motors mailed owner notification letters on June 25, 2025. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, the VIN check still decides whether your specific LET2 is included. You can also call Battle Motors customer service at 1-877-546-2537.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V342000 |
|---|---|
| Battle Motors customer service | 1-877-546-2537 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V342 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V342000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →