Recall 96V-187
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1996 Chevrolet G10 and 4 other models: Steering (linkages).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-187
- Reported
- September 26, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 8,340 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The steering linkage assemby contains a relay rod tapered-stud attachment nut that was not torqued to proper specifications.
The risk
The tapered stud can loosen and the driver would notice a lag in the responsiveness to steering wheel inputs. Eventually the relay rod stud can fracture resulting loss of steering control.
The fix
Dealers will remove the existing crimped nut and install a new nut torqued to specifications.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification began during september 1996. 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 chevrolet at 1-[removed] or GMC at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1800-424-9393.
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet G10 1996
- Chevrolet G20 1996
- Chevrolet G30 1996
- GMC G25 1996
- GMC G35 1996