This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.

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Date Announced
JUN 28, 2011
Vehicles Affected
739
GMC Recall #
11191
NHTSA Campaign #
11V339000
Summary
GM is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; Chevrolet Silverado hd, Silverado ld, Suburban, Tahoe; and GMC Sierra hd, Sierra ld, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
Actions
GM dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about July 13, 2011. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
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