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NHTSA recall 94V170000

Steering · General Motors, LLC

September 14, 1994report date
931units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: The steering gear pinion shaft was improperly heat treated causing the shaft to fracture during vehicle operation.

Why it matters: Fracture of the steering gear pinion shaft causes complete loss of steering control which can result in an accident.

The fix: Dealers will replace the manual steering assembly.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

1995 Saturn Sl.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 94V170000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.