Safety Probe Launched for Range Rover Sport SUVs Over Steering Knuckle Issue

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigation has launched an investigation into approximately 92,000 Range Rover Sport SUVs over reports of cracked front steering knuckles, according to Automotive Dive.

The preliminary investigation into 2014-2017 Range Rover Sport models manufactured by Jaguar Land Rover was prompted by 12 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires.

The reports alleged that one or both of the aluminum front steering knuckles had cracked where the steering knuckle attaches to the upper control arm. In this event, the upper control could become loose while driving and cause a loss of control.

As of June 27, NHTSA has opened a safety probe into the scope, severity, and cause of the potential issue. NHTSA is not aware of any accidents or injuries attributed to the problem.