Recall 02V-067
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2002 Buick Lesabre and 2 other models: Steering (gear box (other than rack and pinion)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-067
- Reported
- March 6, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 249 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
If the left bolt is missing and the right mounting strap fails, steering control is lost and a vehicle crash could result.
The fix
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-[removed] or cadillac at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Buick Lesabre 2002
- Cadillac Deville 2002
- Cadillac Seville 2002