2003-2007 Chevrolet Kodiak, GMC Topkick and others recall: steering

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on October 4, 2007. It covers about 990 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 990
reported: Oct 4, 2007
owners notified: Oct 25, 2007
related complaints: 5

Steering

What is wrong: On certain medium duty trucks equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears, the steering gear may have been produced incorrectly. A steering gear with this condition may produce the feeling of hitting a curb and a cracking or pinging sound when the steering wheel is turned.
Risk: The steering wheel position may be off-center and increased effort may be required when turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for certain date codes and verify the mileage on steering gears and replace gears as necessary. The recall began on october 25, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463; or isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.

Recall number 07V469000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Kodiak 2003-2007 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
GMC Topkick 2003-2007 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Isuzu HXR 2005-2006 2005 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about steering problems.

2004 Chevrolet Kodiak 2005 Chevrolet Kodiak 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak 2007 Chevrolet Kodiak 2004 GMC Topkick 2005 GMC Topkick 2006 GMC Topkick 2007 GMC Topkick 2005 Isuzu HXR 2006 Isuzu HXR

Questions about recall 07V469000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2007 Chevrolet Kodiak, GMC Topkick and others steering?

Yes. Recall 07V469000, reported on October 4, 2007, covers about 990 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V469000?

Dealers will inspect for certain date codes and verify the mileage on steering gears and replace gears as necessary. The recall began on october 25, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463; or isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.

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.

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