Investigation PE96076: 1996 Chevrolet Pickup

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Dec 18, 1996

Closed

Apr 17, 1997

Model years

1996

Subject

Steering shaft separations

Component: Steering

Summary

Bolt in the coupling, joining the upper intermediate and steering column shafts, falls out.total loss of steering occurs when the shafts then separate.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1996 Chevrolet Pickup60 complaints