NHTSASTEERING
Shyft Group - Gearbox May Bind and Cause Loss of Steering
Published: February 17, 2026Recall ID: 26V088000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Binding in the gearbox can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Shyft Group (Shyft) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles. The mounting fasteners may loosen or detach, causing the steering gearbox to bind.
Affected Products
Gearbox May Bind and Cause Loss of Steering
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Gearbox May Bind and Cause Loss of Steering |
| Nhtsa id | 26V088000 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V088000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Shyft Group |
| Defect summary | Shyft Group (Shyft) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles. The mounting fasteners may loosen or detach, causing the steering gearbox to bind. |
| Completion rate | 0.00 |
| Corrective action | Shyft will replace the steering gearbox mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2026. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft's number for this recall is 26-01. |
| Consequence summary | Binding in the gearbox can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | 26-01 |
| Potentially affected | 149 |
| Report received date | 2026-02-17T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |