Saab Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #96V008000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96V008000 by Saab Cars Usa, Inc.. Includes 8,988 affected units, SAAB/STEERING:COLUMN, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The steering column shaft was incorrectly installed in the vehicle causing the column to be out of alignment.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the steering column alignment to ensure that no misalignment exists. If a misalignment is found, the dealer will replace the steering column assembly as a unit.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 96V008000

Manufacturer: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1996-01-23T00:00:00

Subject: Saab/steering:column

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 8,988

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The steering column shaft was incorrectly installed in the vehicle causing the column to be out of alignment.

Consequence Summary: If misaligned, an aluminum connecting piece can fail due to fatigue, resulting in a loss of steering control and an accident.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the steering column alignment to ensure that no misalignment exists. If a misalignment is found, the dealer will replace the steering column assembly as a unit.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-3gfk_ctk3-pedc

NHTSA ID: 96V008000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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