Recall 05V018000: Steering Shaft Bolt Defect

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Chevrolet/Silverado 2005

GMC/Sierra 2005

MANUFACTURER: General Motors Corp.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 05V018000 RECALL DATE: Jan 20, 2005

COMPONENT: Steering: Gear Box: Shaft Sector

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 3344

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. The recall began January 24, 2005. Owners should contact GMC at 1-866-996-9463 and Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

NOTES:
GM recall No. 05010. Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.