# Shyft Group: Gearbox May Bind and Cause Loss of Steering (26V088000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 35/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Shyft Group |
| Subject | Gearbox May Bind and Cause Loss of Steering |
| NHTSA ID | 26V088000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 26-01 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | STEERING |
| Units potentially affected | 149 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Shyft Group (Shyft) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles. The mounting fasteners may loosen or detach, causing the steering gearbox to bind. |
| Consequence | Binding in the gearbox can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Shyft will replace the steering gearbox mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2026. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 1-800-237-7806. Shyft's number for this recall is 26-01. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (steering).
- 149 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V088000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T18:12:01.520Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.