NHTSASTEERING
Tenneco Automotive - Loss of Steering
Published: July 10, 2026Recall ID: 26E045000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain NAPA steering inner tie rod ends, part number 269-3813 sold as replacement parts for 2013-2018 Ford C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2012-2018 Focus vehicles. The tie rod end stud may separate, causing a loss of steering.
Affected Products
Loss of Steering
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Loss of Steering |
| Nhtsa id | 26E045000 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26E045000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Tenneco Automotive |
| Defect summary | Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain NAPA steering inner tie rod ends, part number 269-3813 sold as replacement parts for 2013-2018 Ford C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2012-2018 Focus vehicles. The tie rod end stud may separate, causing a loss of steering. |
| Corrective action | Dealers will replace the inner tie rod end, free of charge. Owner notifications are expected to be mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact DRiV customer service at 1-877-489-6659 or by email at recall.support@driv.com. |
| Consequence summary | A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash. |
| Potentially affected | 5290 |
| Report received date | 2026-07-10T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |