NHTSA recall 04V-299 (04V299000)

structure recall reported June 23, 2004 - about 281 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 04V299000
Also written as: 04V-299
Manufacturer number: 04055
Reported: June 23, 2004
Vehicles affected: ~281
Component: structure

What is being recalled

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION WHERE THE FRONT FRAME REAR BODY MOUNT BRACKET MAY FRACTURE.

Why it is dangerous

IF IGNORED, THE BRACKET WOULD FRACTURE AND DEGRADE TO THE POINT WHERE THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT COULD SEPARATE, RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 16, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 04V-299 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Pontiac Grand Prix - 2004

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