Recall 05V-018
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 1 other model: Steering (gear box, shaft sector).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-018
- Reported
- January 21, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 3,344 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain trucks, the bolt that attaches the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear may not meet specification. The bolt may fracture resulting in the loss of steering.
The risk
If this happens while the vehicle is moving, a crash could occur without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft bolt free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners may contact GMC at 1-[removed] and chevrolet at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no.05010.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Silverado 2005
- GMC Sierra 2005