Recall
Chevrolet Silverado — 05V018000
NHTSA ID
05V018000
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Silverado
Years Affected
2005
Recall Date
2005-01-21
Component
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
Units Affected
3,344
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
05010
Summary
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE BOLT THAT ATTACHES THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT TO THE STEERING GEAR MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION. THE BOLT MAY FRACTURE RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF STEERING.
Consequence
IF THIS HAPPENS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING, A CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT BOLT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438.