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Chevrolet S-10 Recall 87V021: Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

NHTSA campaign 87V021, reported February 25, 1987, 60 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 87V021GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Problem
INNER TIE ROD TO RELAY ROD NUTS ON STEERING LINKAGE MAY BE IIMPROPERLY TORQUED AND NOT CRIMPED.
Risk
LOSS OF ONE OR BOTH NUTS COULD LEAD TO INNER TIE RODDISENGAGEMENT, WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A TRUCKCRASH.
Remedy
REPLACE STEERING LINKAGE ASSEMBLY.
Notes
SYSTEM: STEERING LINKAGE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS.

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet S-101987
GMC S151987