Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
Your vehicle's steering gear box connects to the wheels with special bolts. In some cases, these bolts were either missing or not tightened properly, which can cause uneven steering or strange noises when turning.
Risk if Unfixed
If a critical bolt is missing and the other bolt fails, you could lose control of your vehicle, leading to a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealership will check and tighten the steering gear bolts for you, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the inspection as soon as you receive the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH MISSING OR UNDER-TORQUED STEERING GEAR ATTACHMENT BOLTS. IF A BOLT IS MISSING, THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE UNEVEN STEERING RESPONSE OR UNUSUAL NOISES DURING TURNS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE LEFT BOLT IS MISSING AND THE RIGHT MOUNTING STRAP FAILS, STEERING CONTROL IS LOST AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD RESULT.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR PRESENCE AND PROPER TORQUE OF BOTH STEERING GEAR BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 5, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-800-521-7300 OR CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006.
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