NHTSA Recall 93V210000
NHTSA Campaign Id 93V210000; Date: Dec. 13, 1993
If the upper and lower steering shafts separate, completeloss of steering control will occur, which could result in an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee; 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 115,000
Recall Summary:
The molded plastic pin which connects the upper steering column shaft and the lower column shaft may have been sheared prior to installation of the steering column assembly into the vehicle. If this occurred, the upper steering shaft will separate from the lower steering shaft.
How to Fix:
A restraining sleeve will be added to the intermediate shaft to limit the amount of steering shaft movement available.
Recall Notes:
System: steering; column shaft; upper. Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles. Note: if you have a problem obtaining the needed repair, please contact thechrysler zone office in your area. It is listed under "service assistance" inyour owner's manual. A zone representative will arrange for prompt attention toyour vehicle. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration'sauto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 25, 1994
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