NHTSA recall 01V-314 (01V314000)

steering recall reported October 3, 2001 - about 1,366 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 01V314000
Also written as: 01V-314
Reported: October 3, 2001
Vehicles affected: ~1,366
Component: steering

What is being recalled

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE ROD END RETAINING NUTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED AT THE FACTORY.

Why it is dangerous

THE NUT COULD LOOSEN AND FALL OFF RESULTING IN A SUDDEN REDUCTION OR LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

ALL VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND CORRECTED PRIOR TO CUSTOMER DELIVERY. NO OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE REQUIRED.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 01V-314 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Saab 9-3 - 2002

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