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Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Suspension & Steering

2024-2025 Shyft Blue Arc BA4L-800 Recalled for Steering Gearbox Defect

Agency Publication Date: February 17, 2026
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Summary

Shyft Group is recalling approximately 149 of its 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles because the mounting hardware for the steering gearbox may loosen or detach. This defect can cause the steering gearbox to bind, leading to a sudden loss of steering control. Shyft Group will replace the affected mounting bolts and washers with new hardware free of charge to resolve the safety issue.

Risk

If the gearbox binds, the driver may lose the ability to steer the vehicle, which significantly increases the risk of a crash. No incidents or injuries have been reported at the time of this recall.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if your vehicle is affected by checking for 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 models.
  2. Contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-237-7806 to confirm if your specific vehicle is part of the recall (reference recall number 26-01).
  3. Schedule an appointment with an authorized dealer to have the steering gearbox mounting bolts and washers replaced free of charge.
  4. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls for additional information regarding this safety recall.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”„Free Replacement

Replacement of steering gearbox mounting hardware

How to: Shyft will replace the steering gearbox mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806.

Affected Products

Product: 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800

Recall involves mounting fasteners for the steering gearbox.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 26V088000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Shyft Group
Sold By: authorized dealers
Units Affected: 149 vehicles(100% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: February 23, 2026
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 26-01
Agency Last Updated: February 26, 2026

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response