NHTSA Campaign Id 03V115000; Date: Mar. 24, 2003
An improperly tightened bolt could loosen, resulting in separation of the upper and lower steering shafts causing a loss of vehicle control. If this happens while the vehicle is moving, a crash could result without prior warning.
2003 Cadillac CTS
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 47,835
Some passenger vehicles have a condition in which the intermediate steering shaft bolt may be loose.
Dealers will inspect for the presence of the intermediate steering shaft bolt and ensure that it is tightened to the proper specification. Owner notification began March 20, 2003. 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 Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.
Gm recall no. 03017. Customers can 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: Mar 20, 2003
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