Component
STEERING
Manufacturer
Dorman Products, Inc.
What Happened
The intermediate steering shaft is a crucial part that connects your steering column to the rest of your vehicle's steering system. In some replacement shafts made by Dorman, the part that connects the shafts can break down too quickly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose control of your vehicle's steering, which could cause a serious accident.
Free Fix
Your dealer will refund the cost of the replacement shaft or swap it out for a new one at no charge to you. You should contact Dorman to arrange for the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the Dorman, OE Solutions, and Solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, and 2007-2009 Saturn Aura vehicles. The affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a premature failure.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A joint bearing that fails prematurely may cause separation of the u-joint resulting in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
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