X0508 4 2026-02-05 0 0001062231 Dauch Corp AXL 0002109483 Bannert Markus ONE DAUCH DRIVE DETROIT MI 48211 0 1 0 0 President - Metal Forming 0 Common Stock 2026-02-05 4 A 0 90909 A 90909 D These shares represent a grant of performance-based restricted stock units (PSUs) at target level performance. The actual number of PSUs that will be achieved is based on the highest average price of the Company's common stock achieved over any 20-day trading period during the measurement period ending March 31, 2029 ("Performance Period"). The number of PSUs earned by the reporting person will not exceed 300% of target. The PSUs will generally vest 50% at the end of the Performance Period and 50% on the one-year anniversary thereof. The total number of shares beneficially owned is yet to be determined. The actual amount will be reported in an amended filing. Exhibit 24 - Power of Attorney attached hereto. /s/ Kristen M. Netschke, by PoA from Markus Bannert 2026-02-09