NHTSA Recall 85V160000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V160000; Date: Dec. 3, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Chevrolet Astro; 1985 GMC Safari
Component: Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion)
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 26,741
Recall Summary:
A part of the steering gear housing which attaches to the frame may break. Consequence of defect: steering difficulties will occur and the steering gear to the frame may fracture resulting in loss of steering control. This could result in a vehicle crash.
How to Fix:
Replace broken or cracked steering gear or install a brace if steering gear is not broken or cracked.
Recall Notes:
System: steering gear attaching boss. Vehicle description: light duty van equipped with rpon40 power steering.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 25, 1986
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