Recall 07V469000: 2003–2007 GMC Topkick and 1 other model

Report received

Oct 4, 2007

Manufacturer

General motors corp.

Potentially affected

990vehicles

Model years

2003–2007

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain medium duty trucks equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears, the steering gear may have been produced incorrectly. A steering gear with this condition may produce the feeling of hitting a curb and a cracking or pinging sound when the steering wheel is turned.

Possible consequence

The steering wheel position may be off-center and increased effort may be required when turning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect for certain date codes and verify the mileage on steering gears and replace gears as necessary. The recall began on october 25, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; gmc at 1-866-996-9463; or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2003 Chevrolet Kodiak1 complaints
• 2004 Chevrolet Kodiak5 complaints
• 2005 Chevrolet Kodiak3 complaints
• 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak2 complaints
• 2007 Chevrolet Kodiak10 complaints
• 2003 GMC Topkick0 complaints
• 2004 GMC Topkick5 complaints
• 2005 GMC Topkick1 complaints
• 2006 GMC Topkick0 complaints
• 2007 GMC Topkick2 complaints