This condition will cause a noise from the differential and, ultimately, failure of the shaft and loss of drive.

Power Train — Driveline — Differential Unit

Date Announced
JUN 22, 1998
Vehicles Affected
1,100
NHTSA Campaign #
98V142000
Summary
Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles. The differential pinion shaft within the differential case assembly was produced without the appropriate surface hardening. This can result in the shaft experiencing premature wear.
Actions
Dealers will replace the entire differential assembly.
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