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1996 Saturn SL recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 1996 Saturn SL, covering 14,580 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)Reported August 29, 1997 · 14,580 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual steering. The pinion bearing cage in the steering gear can separate under high steering system load conditions, such as parking lot or similar low speed maneuvers.
Risk
This could result in the pinion gear disengaging from the rack causing a loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the manual steering gear assembly.

Recall number 97V138000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 1996 Saturn SL have?

1, covering steering.

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