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Recall 94V-115

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1 other model: Steering (linkages, knuckle, spindle, arm).

At a glance

Campaign number
94V-115
Reported
June 24, 1994
Vehicles affected
65 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

These vehicles were built with overtorqued drive axle spindle nuts. This condition can cause excessive loads on the spindle nut and drive axle resulting in failure of the drive axle or the spindle nut. Failure of either of these components can result in separation of the steering knuckle tire-wheel assembly from the drive axle.

The risk

This can result in loss of vehicle control and a vehicle accident.

The fix

Dealers will replace the left-hand and right-hand drive axles, bearing-hub assemblies, spindle nuts, and washers on all involved vehicles. Corrective action: dealers will replace left-hand and right-hand drive axles, bearing-hub assemblies, spindle nuts, and washers on all involved vehicles.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: suspension; independent front spindle; knuckle; steering.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact chevrolet service center at 1-[removed] or pontiac service center at 1-[removed]. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].

Affected vehicles