If the steering wheel separates from the center hub attachment to the steering column, loss of control can occur increasing the risk of an accident.

Steering — Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

Date Announced
NOV 18, 1996
Vehicles Affected
675,000
NHTSA Campaign #
96V229000
Summary
The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
Actions
Dealers will inspect the steering wheel for armature cracks in the center hub attachment area. Any steering wheels showing cracks will be replaced. All other vehicles will have a reinforcement plate installed to prevent steering wheel separation in the event cracking occurs.
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