Recall 90V-103: 1988–1990 Chevrolet P6T042, 1988–1989 GMC P6T042
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 1, 1990, covering about 74 vehicles.
The problem
Improper drilling of hole tapers in the steering arm and pitman arm may cause inadequate seating of the drag link ball stud on either the pitman arm or the steering arm and tie rod end on the steering attachments.
The fix
Replace defective components with new assemblies and torque to proper specifications.
Notes
System: steering; pitman arm hole tapers.vehicle description: medium-duty trucks.consequence of defects: nut that attaches studs to the drag link or pitman armand the tie rod could work loose and fall off, causing the assemblies toseparate. This results in loss of steeing control and the possibility of avehicle crash without prior warning.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 90V103000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 90V-103?
Improper drilling of hole tapers in the steering arm and pitman arm may cause inadequate seating of the drag link ball stud on either the pitman arm or the steering arm and tie rod end on the steering attachments.
How is recall 90V-103 fixed?
Replace defective components with new assemblies and torque to proper specifications.
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.