Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The tie rod assembly in your vehicle is a critical part that helps steer your car. The inner tie rod nuts can become loose, which can cause a serious problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tie rod nuts aren't tightened properly, the tie rod could separate while you're driving, causing your steering to feel loose or unpredictable. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and adjust your vehicle's toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the correct specification at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS ARE LOOSE AND CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD CAN CAUSE UNEXPECTED STEERING INPUT INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL CHECK AND ADJUST THE VEHICLE TOE-IN AND TIGHTEN THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.
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