NHTSA Recall 02V006000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V006000; Date: Jan. 4, 2002
These knuckles can break, resulting in possible loss of steering control.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 SAAB 9-5
Component: Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Manufactured by: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 2,601
Recall Summary:
The steering knuckle castings on certain passenger vehicles may have been contaminated during the casting process.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the steering knuckle for the casting number. If the knuckle was in the defective batch, the steering knuckle will be replaced. Owner notification is expected to begin during January 2002. 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 1-800-955-9007.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 18, 2002
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