NHTSA recall 98V319000
Suspension · General Motors, LLC
December 15, 1998report date
27,083units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: One of the rear suspension trailing arm bolts can fatigue and break.
Why it matters: If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear suspension trailing arm fasteners.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1996 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 98V319000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.