NHTSA recall 98V-320 (98V320000)

steering recall reported December 15, 1998 - about 217 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 98V320000
Also written as: 98V-320
Reported: December 15, 1998
Vehicles affected: ~217
Component: steering

What is being recalled

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE STEERING WHEEL CAN COME LOOSE FROM THE STEERING SHAFT BECAUSE THE STEERING WHEEL RETAINING NUT COULD HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED.

Why it is dangerous

THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL RETAINING NUT FOR CORRECT TIGHTNESS AND TIGHTEN IF NECESSARY.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 98V-320 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Oldsmobile Alero - 1999

Pontiac Grand AM - 1999

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