Recall 85V160000: 1985 Chevrolet Astro and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 3, 1985

Manufacturer

General motors corp.

Potentially affected

26,741vehicles

Model years

1985

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

A part of the steering gear housing which attaches to the frame may break. Consequence of defect: steering difficulties will occur and the steering gear to the frame may fracture resulting in loss of steering control. This could result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Replace broken or cracked steering gear or install a brace if steering gear is not broken or cracked.

Affected model years

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

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