Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The power steering gear is a crucial part in your vehicle that helps you turn the wheels. In your SUV, there's a small clip that keeps things running smoothly, and it might not be formed correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the clip breaks loose, you might notice it gets harder to steer your vehicle. This could lead to a higher risk of a crash, especially at low speeds or in tight spaces.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will replace the entire steering gear assembly at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible and contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403 if it's not done within a reasonable time after you bring your vehicle in.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE POWER STEERING GEAR MAY CONTAIN AN IMPROPERLY FORMED SPACER CLIP, WHICH COULD DISLODGE WITHIN THE STEERING GEAR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A DISLODGED CLIP MAY CAUSE INCREASED STEERING EFFORT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2003. 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 DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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