THE POWER STEERING GEAR INLET HOSE ON THESE VEHICLES CAN FRACTURE
— Recall Campaign #92V160000
THE POWER STEERING GEAR INLET HOSE ON THESE VEHICLES CAN FRACTURE, CAUSING POWER STEERING FLUID TO SPRAY FROM HOSE INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5,152 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
92V160000
| Manufacturer: | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 08, 1992 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 92V160000 |
| Units affected: | 5,152 |
- Description:
- THE POWER STEERING GEAR INLET HOSE ON THESE VEHICLES CAN FRACTURE, CAUSING POWER STEERING FLUID TO SPRAY FROM HOSE INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
- Consequeces:
- THE POWER STEERING FLUID IS FLAMMABLE AND COULD CAUSEAN UNDERHOOD FIRE IF EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
- Corrective action:
- REPLACE THE POWER STEERING GEAR INLET HOSE WITH AN IMPROVED DESIGN.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: STEERING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH LT1 ENGINES.