September 13, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21E085000
A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 21E085
Manufacturer ZF North America, Inc.
Components STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected 688
Summary
Certain PS ED power steering pumps manufactured by ZF North America are being recalled. Pressure may build in the power steering pump, causing the shaft seal to leak and resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Remedy
Dealers of the affected manufacturers Autocar and Spartan Fire
, will replace the power steering pumps on affected vehicles, free of charge. Autocar owners may contact Autocar’s customer service at 1-888-218-3611 or 1-877-973-3486. Spartan Fire
owners may contact Spartan Fire
customer service at 1-517-543-6400.
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.
1 Affected Product
Equipment
| BRAND | PART NO. | PRODUCTION DATES |
| ZF | POWER STEERING PUMP | |
6 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-21E085-9793.PDF 218.292KB
Recall 573 Report – Amendment 1
RCLRPT-21E085-4332.PDF 218.322KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-21E085-6718.pdf 904.029KB
Recall 573 Report – Amendment 2
RCLRPT-21E085-1794.PDF 218.484KB
Recall 573 Report – Amendment 3
RCLRPT-21E085-7049.PDF 218.572KB
Recall 573 Report – Amendment 4
RCLRPT-21E085-2307.PDF 218.8KB
Latest Recalls Documents
- Engineered Stop Leak Protection: Specially formulated to condition and rejuvenate worn seals, helping stop existing leaks and preventing future fluid loss for smoother steering performance
- Long-term system durability: Provides advanced protection against wear and tear in the power steering system, ensuring reliable operation and extending component life under demanding conditions
- Anti-foaming and oxidation control: Reduces fluid breakdown, prevents harmful foam formation, and resists oxidation, keeping the steering system clean and responsive over time
- Seal Conditioning Benefits: Rejuvenates aged seals, restores flexibility, and helps reduce cracking or wear that commonly leads to power steering leaks.
- Recommended Applications: Suitable for ABS, disc, and drum braking systems meeting GM 1050017, Chrysler
Spec 5931, and Ford
Spec M2C195-A requirements
- High quality power steering fluid and conditioner
- Stops Noise
- Stops slipping
- Helps prevent unusual wear
- Protects seals
- 50,000 mile fluid life
- Includes Stop Leak additives to prevent and stop power steering system leaks
- Anti-wear protection increases system life; protects against pump failure, squeals and clogs; corrosion protection for metals, rubber & gasket components
- Conventional formula; for use in all manufacturers
- Size: 12 oz.
- Conditions O-rings
- Contains mild seal to help prevent small leaks
- Helps extend fluid lifeSpecifications
- Weight: 10 lbs
- Superior quality, universal hydraulic fluid designed to mix with all hydraulic fluids in power trim and steering systems
- Protects seals and hoses, and prevent foaming, oxidation and corrosion
- Prevents foaming
- Recommended for all outboard and sterndrive applications except electric power steering systems
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