2005 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra recall: shaft sector

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on January 21, 2005. It covers about 3,344 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 3,344
reported: Jan 21, 2005
owners notified: Jan 26, 2005
related complaints: 35

Steering: gear box: shaft sector

What is wrong: On certain trucks, the bolt that attaches the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear may not meet specification. The bolt may fracture resulting in the loss of steering.
Risk: If this happens while the vehicle is moving, a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft bolt free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners may contact gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 and chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438.

Recall number 05V018000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Silverado 2005 2005
GMC Sierra 2005 2005

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 35 complaints about steering problems.

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2005 GMC Sierra

Questions about recall 05V018000

Is there a recall on the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra shaft sector?

Yes. Recall 05V018000, reported on January 21, 2005, covers about 3,344 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V018000?

Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft bolt free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners may contact gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 and chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used Chevrolet Silverado?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history