NHTSA recall 97V142000

Steering · General Motors, LLC

August 29, 1997report date

3,957units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: The lower steering shaft to steering gear pinch bolt is "finger loose" or missing allowing the bolt to loosen and fall out. The steering shaft yoke can wear causing an off center steering wheel.

Why it matters: Relative movement between the chassis and cab can cause the steering shaft to separate from the steering gear. This condition can result in a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix: Dealers are arranging to have the vehicles involved towed to the dealership and alternate transportation is being arranged for owners. Dealers will then inspect the vehicle for the presence of a pinch bolt and torque this bolt to proper specifications.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

1998 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1998 Gmc Yukon.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 97V142000.

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