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Renault Fuego Recall 85V091: Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

NHTSA campaign 85V091, reported July 18, 1985, 2,865 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 85V091CHRYSLER CORPORATION
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Problem
THE STEERING WHEEL COULD LOOSEN DUE TO INADEQUATE TIGHTENING OF THE WHEEL SHAFT NUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: LOOSENING OF THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD AFFECT THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE CAR AND MAY RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Risk
Remedy
PROPERLY TORQUE THE NUT AND ASSURE THAT IT IS RETAINED.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS AND WAGONS. SYSTEM: STEERING WHEEL SHAFT NUT:

Affected vehicles

Renault Fuego1985
Renault Sportwagon1985