Recall 26V405 affects 129 2025 Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis vehicles for loose steering gear bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Harbinger Motors dealer.
Harbinger Motors is recalling 129 2025 Stripped Chassis vehicles because the steering gear mounting bolts can loosen or break. Broken or loose bolts can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk, so Harbinger Motors dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on the 2025 Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis is the part that turns steering-wheel movement into movement at the front wheels. It has to stay fixed to the chassis so the driver's input reaches the wheels cleanly. Mounting bolts hold that gear box in position, and chemical threadlocker, a locking compound applied to bolt threads, helps those bolts stay tight after assembly.
On affected vehicles, Harbinger Motors found that the records did not prove threadlocker was applied during rework. Without confirmed threadlocker, the steering gear mounting bolts can loosen or break. If the gear box shifts, the steering system loses its solid mounting point, which creates play at the wheel and hurts alignment.
The warning sign is steering that feels loose, extra play through the steering wheel, or noise from the steering mechanism. Those signs mean the gear box has shifted enough for the driver to feel or hear it.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis | steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 129 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Broken or loose steering gear bolts can let the steering gear shift, which can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. If you feel play in the wheel or hear noise from the steering mechanism, stop driving and call the dealer for guidance. Repair is free at any franchised Harbinger Motors dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Harbinger Motors dealer to schedule the free steering gear bolt replacement that secures the steering gear.
- Bring the recall notice if Harbinger Motors mails one. If not, reference recall number 26V405 when you call.
- Avoid unnecessary trips until the steering gear bolt repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Harbinger Motors technician replaces the steering gear assembly bolts covered by the recall. Those bolts secure the steering gear to the chassis, so the service focuses on removing the suspect hardware and installing replacement bolts. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm the recall campaign is open for your VIN when you schedule the appointment.
Timeline
| June 24, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 25, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| July 10, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V405?
Recall 26V405 covers 129 2025 Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis vehicles with steering gear mounting bolts that can come loose or break. Loose or broken bolts can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V405. If it is, schedule the steering gear assembly bolt replacement with a franchised Harbinger Motors dealer. Reference Harbinger Motors recall REC-04-00003 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Harbinger Motors dealers will replace the steering gear assembly bolts free of charge. The free repair applies to included vehicles regardless of where the chassis was purchased.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is loss of steering control. In recall 26V405, the steering gear mounting bolts can loosen or break, which can make the vehicle harder to control and increase crash risk. The fix is a free steering gear assembly bolt replacement at a franchised Harbinger Motors dealer.
When will Harbinger Motors notify owners?
Harbinger Motors expects to mail owner notification letters on August 10, 2026. You do not need to wait for the letter to act. Check your VIN, and if your vehicle is included, contact a franchised Harbinger Motors dealer about the free bolt replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V405000 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA recall # | 26V405 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V405000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on July 4, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →