Recall 02V-006
SAAB CARS USA, INC. recalled the 2002 Saab 9-5: Steering (linkages, knuckle, spindle, arm).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-006
- Reported
- January 4, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 2,601 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The steering knuckle castings on certain passenger vehicles may have been contaminated during the casting process.
The risk
These knuckles can break, resulting in possible loss of steering control.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering knuckle for the casting number. If the knuckle was in the defective batch, the steering knuckle will be replaced. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 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 saab at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Saab 9-5 2002