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1999 Geo Tracker recall: steering wheel/handle bar

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on December 15, 1998. It covers about 1,158 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,158
reported
Dec 15, 1998
owners notified
Dec 21, 1998
related complaints
1

Steering: steering wheel/handle bar

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The coupling that connects the steering column shaft to the intermediate steering shaft is cracked. This could allow the steering shafts to separate.
Risk
If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a loss of steering control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering shaft coupling.

Recall number 98V324001

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about steering problems.

1999 Geo Tracker

Questions about recall 98V324001

Is there a recall on the 1999 Geo Tracker steering wheel/handle bar?

Yes. Recall 98V324001, reported on December 15, 1998, covers about 1,158 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V324001?

Dealers will replace the steering shaft coupling.

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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