NHTSA Recall 94V189000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V189000; Date: Oct. 4, 1994
This would cause the wheel to separate from the axle and result in a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1994 Buick Century; 1994 Oldsmobile Ciera
Component: Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 206
Recall Summary:
The right hand spindle nut was not properly tightened during assembly. This can cause premature wheel bearing failure and over time, the spindle can fracture.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the torque on the right hand front spindle nut. If the spindle nut is undertorqued the dealer will replace the right hand front wheel bearing assembly and the spindle nut will be replaced.
Recall Notes:
System: suspension; independant front; spindle; knuckle; steering. Vehicle description: passenger cars. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact Buick at 1-800-521-7300, or Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 21, 1994
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