Harbinger and Harbinger Motors recall 26V-405: Loose Steering Gear Mounting Bolts
Broken or loose steering gear bolts can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Campaign facts
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V405000 (26V-405)
- Manufacturer number
- REC-04-00003
- Filed by
- Harbinger Motors Inc.
- Report received
- June 24, 2026
- Component
- Steering
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 293
- Model years
- 2025–2026
- Built between
- December 11, 2024 and November 15, 2026
- Owner letters
- August 21, 2026
- Recall initiated by
- The manufacturer
What is wrong
Harbinger Motors Inc (Harbinger) is recalling certain 2026 Step Van and 2025 Stripped Chassis vehicles. The steering gear mounting bolts may come loose or break.
The risk
Broken or loose steering gear bolts can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Why steering defects matter: Losing steering assist suddenly makes the wheel much heavier to turn, and a mechanical failure can disconnect steering altogether.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear assembly bolts with chemical threadlock patches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 21, 2026. Harbinger's number for this recall is REC-04-00003.
About the steering
The steering system connects the steering wheel to the road wheels through the column, shaft, gear or rack, tie rods and, on most vehicles, electric or hydraulic power assist.
Vehicles covered by campaign 26V-405
- Harbinger Step Van 2026
- Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis 2025
What to do
- Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s lookup (below) to confirm that your vehicle is included and that the repair has not already been done.
- Call a dealer for the brand and book the repair. Quote NHTSA campaign 26V-405 and the manufacturer’s number REC-04-00003.
- Pay attention to new noises, play or heaviness in the steering, and mention any you have noticed when you book.
- Safety recall repairs are carried out free of charge by the manufacturer’s dealers. If you already paid for this repair yourself, ask the manufacturer about reimbursement and keep your receipt.
Check by VIN
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The official record
This page reproduces the campaign as filed with NHTSA. The NHTSA record is authoritative — if anything here differs, follow the agency.
Open campaign 26V-405 on NHTSA.gov