NHTSA Recall 05V018000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V018000; Date: Jan. 21, 2005
If this happens while the vehicle is moving, a crash could occur without prior warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado; 2005 GMC Sierra
Component: Steering:gear Box:shaft Sector
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 3,344
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, the bolt that attaches the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear may not meet specification. The bolt may fracture resulting in the loss of steering.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft bolt free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2005. Owners may contact GMC at 1-866-996-9463 and Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
Recall Notes:
Gm recall no. 05010. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 26, 2005
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