Do Not Drive NHTSA · 26V242000 Reported April 15, 2026

Do not drive: loss of steering control from loose or missing fasteners

Roush Performance Products, Inc. · Steering · 1,217 vehicles potentially affected

⚠ Do Not Drive Warning: NHTSA advises that affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Contact your dealer immediately.
NHTSA ID
26V242000
Manufacturer Campaign
C-26001
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
1,217
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 15, 2026

Defect Summary

Roush performance products, inc. (roush) is recalling certain 2026 nissan frontier pro4x r vehicles. The cotter pins for the upper control arm ball joint and steering tie rod ends may not have been installed, and fasteners may not be properly tightened.

Safety Consequence

Loose or missing fasteners can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the cotter pins, and replace or tighten fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 15, 2026. Owners may contact roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874. Roush's number for this recall is c-26001.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Roush Performance Products, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 26V242000 or campaign C-26001.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
  4. Do not drive your vehicle until the repair is completed. Ask about loaner cars or free towing.
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FAQ: Recall 26V242000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 26V242000?

NHTSA recall 26V242000 was issued by Roush Performance Products, Inc. on April 15, 2026. It addresses: Do not drive: loss of steering control from loose or missing fasteners. The recall affects approximately 1,217 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Roush Performance Products, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V242000 or the manufacturer campaign number C-26001. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?

NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.