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Vicinity VI38 Recall 22V148: Steering Gear Box May Be Damaged, Causing Loss of Steering

NHTSA campaign 22V148, reported March 11, 2022, 92 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2020 and 2021 Vicinity Vi38 vehicles may have a power steering gear box that becomes damaged, specifically at its mounting bracket. If this happens, the driver can lose steering control.

Losing steering control greatly increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and not ignore it.

Authorized dealers will inspect the steering gear box and replace the steering gear box assembly if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in March 2022. You can also contact Vicinity customer service at 1-604-607-4000 (Campaign 000-043), and check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V148Vicinity Motor Corporation
Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX:MOUNTING BRACKET
Problem
Vicinity Motor Corporation (Vicinity) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Vi38 vehicles. The power steering gear box may become damaged, resulting in a loss of steering control.
Risk
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear box assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in March 2022. Owners may contact Vicinity's customer service at 1-604-607-4000. Vicinity's number for this recall is Campaign 000-043.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Vicinity VI3820202021