NHTSA recall 02V326000
Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
Chevrolet Express and 1 more
Reported Dec 2, 200218,648 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Maker’s number 02058Built Apr 1, 2002 – Oct 31, 2002
The defect
On certain vans, the right-hand tie rod end nut may not be tightened adequately. the nut can loosen resulting in separation of the tie rod from the steering knuckle.
The risk
Separation of a tie rod can cause unexpected vehicle steering in some maneuvers and could cause a crash without prior warning.
The remedy
Dealers will tighten the tie rod end nut and, if necessary, replace the tie rod end. owner notification began november 27, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.