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1995 Saturn SL recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on September 14, 1994. It covers about 931 vehicles.

vehicles affected
931
reported
Sep 14, 1994
owners notified
Aug 24, 1994
related complaints
37

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

What is wrong
The steering gear pinion shaft was improperly heat treated causing the shaft to fracture during vehicle operation.
Risk
Fracture of the steering gear pinion shaft causes complete loss of steering control which can result in an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the manual steering assembly.

Recall number 94V170000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 37 complaints about steering problems.

1995 Saturn SL

Questions about recall 94V170000

Is there a recall on the 1995 Saturn SL gear box (other than rack and pinion)?

Yes. Recall 94V170000, reported on September 14, 1994, covers about 931 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 94V170000?

Dealers will replace the manual steering assembly.

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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