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.
- 1985 Flxible Metro0 complaints
- 1986 Flxible Metro0 complaints
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.