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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 26V405📅 Jun 26, 2026

2026 Harbinger Step VAN & 2025 Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis recall: steering

⚠️ What's 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.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
26V405000
Manufacturer recall #
REC-04-00003
Manufacturer
Harbinger Motors Inc.
Vehicles affected
293
Component
STEERING
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 21, 2026
Built
Jan 1, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 26V405 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 26V405?

2026 Harbinger Step VAN & 2025 Harbinger Motors Stripped Chassis. 293 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Harbinger dealer to book the free repair.