Defect Description For Recall
During Assembly The Upper Steering Column Shaft Pinch Bolt May Not Have Been Sufficiently Tightened. Movement May Occur Between The Upper Steering Shaft And The Yoke, Causing Accelerated Pinch Bolt Wear At The “Whistle Slot” In The Shaft. Pinch Bolt Wear Could Cause The Yoke To Slip From The Shaft.
Make Of Vehicle
GMC
Model Of Vehicle
BRIGADIER
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
81V104000
Component Description
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Inspect The Upper Steering Column Shaft To Ensure Proper Tightening Of The Nut And Bolt. If Necessary, A New Nut And Bolt Will Be Installed And Properly Tightened At No Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19771201
End Of Manufacture
19810401
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
44059
Date Owners Notified
19810911
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
19810909