2018-2026 Tico PRO Spotter Tandem recall: Loss of Steering Control from Track Rod Detachment
Report received by NHTSA: Dec. 22, 2025.
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- What's recalled
Terminal Investment Corporation (TICO) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Pro Spotter Tandem tractors. The track rod mounting bracket for the forward rear axle, of the tandem axles set may crack and break, which can result in track rod detachment.
- The risk
Track rod detachment can cause a loss of vehicle steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
113 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2018-2026 Tico PRO Spotter Tandem.
- Compared with
Terminal Investment Corporation has 0 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 2 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
2 earlier NHTSA recalls by Terminal Investment Corporation since Nov. 1, 2016:
- June 30, 2025 2024-2025 Tico PRO Spotter recall: Reduced Brake Performance/FMVSS 121 (agency record)
- May 18, 2023 Terminal Investment Corporation recall: Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Dealers will inspect and replace the track rod mounting bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact TICO customer service at 1-843-536-8139.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Tico PRO Spotter Tandem 2018-2026
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 25V904000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Terminal Investment Corporation |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received by NHTSA | Dec. 22, 2025 |
| Potentially affected | 113 vehicles |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record