Recall 96V-008
SAAB CARS USA, INC. recalled the 1995 Saab 900: Steering (steering wheel/handle bar).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-008
- Reported
- January 23, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 8,988 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The steering column shaft was incorrectly installed in the vehicle causing the column to be out of alignment.
The risk
If misaligned, an aluminum connecting piece can fail due to fatigue, resulting in a loss of steering control and an accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering column alignment to ensure that no misalignment exists. If a misalignment is found, the dealer will replace the steering column assembly as a unit.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: steering; column.vehicle description: convertible passenger vehicles manufactured in valmet, finland. Note: 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]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Saab 900 1995