Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. equipment recall: Front Steer Axle Huck Pins May Detach
Report received by NHTSA: Nov. 11, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 15, 2026.
- What's recalled
Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. (Hendrickson) is recalling certain STEERTEK NXT front steer axle assemblies. The huck collars may not have been properly connected to the mating pins.
- The risk
The huck pins may come loose and become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
14,238 items potentially affected, according to NHTSA.
- Compared with
Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. has 1 NHTSA recall in 2026 so far, compared with 0 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
4 earlier NHTSA recalls by Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. since Nov. 1, 2016:
- June 20, 2024 Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. equipment recall: Incorrect Heat Treatment Can Cause Tie Rod Failure (agency record)
- Dec. 18, 2023 Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. equipment recall: Axle Spindles May Fracture (agency record)
- Dec. 29, 2022 Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. equipment recall: Loose Brake Pad Retaining Clip May Damage Tire (agency record)
- Oct. 18, 2019 Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. equipment recall: Brake Actuator Mounting Washer May Fracture (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Hendrickson will work the affected vehicle manufacturers to inspect and replace the axle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Hendrickson will notify all affected vehicle manufacturers. Owners may contact Hendrickson customer service at 1-630-910-2800 or 1-855-743-3733. Hendrickson's number for this recall is HTRUCK 2026-01.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26E078000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hendrickson USA. L.L.C. |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received by NHTSA | Nov. 11, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 14,238 items |
| Manufacturer's recall number | HTRUCK 2026-01 |
| “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