Recall 96V-249
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1996 Buick Skylark and 1 other model: Steering (steering wheel/handle bar).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-249
- Reported
- December 17, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 424 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The steering column lower pinch bolt was not properly tightened during assembly.
The risk
An undertorqued pinch bolt can rattle and cause looseness in the steering system. If the pinch bolt backed out of the joint completely, rotation of the steering shaft against the connector could cause increasing looseness in the steering system and result in loss of steering and an accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering column pinch bolt for correct torque and, if necessary, tighten the bolt to the specified torque.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification will begin during january 1997. 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 buick at 1-[removed] or pontiac at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Buick Skylark 1996
- Pontiac Grand AM 1996