Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Vans, The Right-Hand Tie Rod End Nut May Not Be Tightened Adequately. The Nut Can Loosen Resulting In Separation Of The Tie Rod From The Steering Knuckle.
Make Of Vehicle
CHEVROLET
Model Of Vehicle
EXPRESS
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
02V326000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Separation Of A Tie Rod Can Cause Unexpected Vehicle Steering In Some Maneuvers And Could Cause A Crash Without Prior Warning.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Tighten The Tie Rod End Nut And, If Necessary, Replace The Tie Rod End. Owner Notification Began November 27, 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 Chevrolet At 1-800-222-1020 Or GMC At 1-800-462-8782.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
20020401
End Of Manufacture
20021031
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
18648
Date Owners Notified
20021127
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20021202
Make Campaign Number
2058