Recall 02V-067: 2002 Buick Lesabre, 2002 Cadillac Deville and 1 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Mar 6, 2002, covering about 249 vehicles.
The problem
Certain passenger vehicles were built with missing or under-torqued steering gear attachment bolts. If a bolt is missing, the driver may notice uneven steering response or unusual noises during turns.
The risk
If the left bolt is missing and the right mounting strap fails, steering control is lost and a vehicle crash could result.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for presence and proper torque of both steering gear bolts. Owner notification began april 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300 or cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion) |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V067000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Lesabre | 2002 | All years |
| Cadillac Deville | 2002 | All years |
| Cadillac Seville | 2002 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 02V-067?
Certain passenger vehicles were built with missing or under-torqued steering gear attachment bolts. If a bolt is missing, the driver may notice uneven steering response or unusual noises during turns.
How is recall 02V-067 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for presence and proper torque of both steering gear bolts. Owner notification began april 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300 or cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.