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Recall campaign86V171000

Recall 86V171000: 1985–1986 Flxible Metro

Steering › Column
Report received
Dec 23, 1986
Manufacturer
Flxible corporation
Potentially affected
1,102vehicles
Model years
1985–1986

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

Incorrect lock washers may have been installed on the tilt steering column pivot bushing bolts and the column housing pivot may be misaligned. Consequence of defect: pivot bolt could loosen and result in loss of steering control.

Remedy

Install proper lock washer and correct misalignment of column housing pivot.

Affected model years

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

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.