Regal V6-3.8L VIN K (1997)
Steering Gear: Recalls
Recall - Steering Gear Pinion Bearing Separation
Bulletin No: 03062
Date: January 29, 2004
RECALL
Product Safety - Power Steering Gear Lower Pinion Bearing Separation
Models:
1996-1998 Buick Regal
1997-1998 Chevrolet Lumina, Malibu, Monte Carlo
1997-1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass
1996-1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
1996 Pontiac Grand Prix
Condition
General Motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 1996-1998 Buick Regal; 1997-1998 Chevrolet Lumina,
Malibu, and Monte Carlo; 1997-1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass; 1996-1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme; 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue; and 1996 Pontiac Grand
Prix vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition where the lower pinion bearing in the power steering gear may separate. Most reports indicate the
driver experienced an intermittent loss of power steering assist when making left turns, usually at low speeds. Power assist is normal in right hand turns.
When trying to turn left, some drivers could experience higher resistance or, in a few cases assist towards the right. If this happens while the vehicle is
moving, a crash could result.
Correction
Dealers are to inspect the condition of the lower pinion bearing and replace the lower pinion bearing, or in a few cases, replace the rack and pinion
steering gear assembly.
Vehicles Involved
