The following are possible causes of No Wheel Recovery:
| Tire pressure low | Steering gear improperly adjusted |
| Front end alignment incorrect | Insufficient pump flow |
| Relief valve plungers | Restricted hoses or clogged filter |
| No positive caster | Steering gear mount distorted |
| Dry fifth wheel or trailer plate | Steering gear control valve sleeve sticking |
| Bent or misaligned steering gear mounting bracket | Components of steering system binding or seizing |