NHTSA recall 96V249000
Steering · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: The steering column lower pinch bolt was not properly tightened during assembly.
Why it matters: An undertorqued pinch bolt can rattle and cause looseness in the steering system. If the pinch bolt backed out of the joint completely, rotation of the steering shaft against the connector could cause increasing looseness in the steering system and result in loss of steering and an accident.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the steering column pinch bolt for correct torque and, if necessary, tighten the bolt to the specified torque.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1996 Buick Skylark, 1996 Pontiac Grand Am.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 96V249000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.